Bloodborne Pathogens Training:
Preventing Disease Transmission
Purpose: To train and provide individuals with an
understanding of the intent of the bloodborne
pathogens regulation issued by the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA); how bloodborne pathogens are
spread; how to help prevent exposure incidents by following work practice
controls, using engineering controls and personal protective equipment,
practicing good personal hygiene and properly cleaning and disinfecting
equipment and supplies; and to recognize, report and follow up on employee
exposures to infectious materials.
Prerequisites: None
Learning Objectives:
- Describe how
infections occur.
- Identify how bloodborne pathogens are spread.
- Identify tasks
that have a potential for exposure to infectious materials.
- Recognize the
importance of hand washing and personal hygiene in reducing the risk of
disease transmission.
- Recognize the
importance of personal protective equipment and understand the types of
equipment available for use.
- Identify
engineering and work practice controls.
- Identify
biohazard signs and labels.
- Describe the
emergency procedures for exposure incidents involving potentially
infectious materials.
Please contact our office (contact information below) for scheduling
and registration information.
American Red Cross, Garland County Chapter
104 Blackstone
Court
P.O. Box 1362
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71902
Phone: 501-623-9321
Email: oac_hs@ymail
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