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Benefits of Learning Bloodborne Pathogens
- For the Public
- For the Workplace
- For Your Family
- For Yourself
Bloodborne Pathogens Overview
- Bloodborne pathogens are viruses or bacteria that may cause infection
- Hepatitis and HIV are the primary concern
- Proper precautions can lower this risk of exposure and infection
- With proper protective equipment this risk is lower
- Employers are required to train employees in bloodborne pathogens
- Employers are required to institute protective controls to limit exposure and minimize risk of infectious disease exposure
- Exposure control plans assist the employer and employee in the event of an incident
- Post-Exposure Follow-up is important in ensuring continuous improvement
Bloodborne Pathogens Learning Objectives
After completing this course, the student should be able to:
- Understand the Importance of Safety During an Emergency Situation.
- Understand the Different Protective Gear Available and When to Use It.
- Understand what bloodborne pathogen and OPIM terminology are
- Understand OSHA requirement regarding the development of an ECP
- Understand what to do in the event of an exposure
- Understand the requirements after an exposure
- Understand Post-Exposure requirements
- Understand Engineering and Workplace Control Practices
- Understand the value of accurate reporting.
About Us
- A Team of Certified Paramedics with Extensive Hands-On Experience in Performing Actual CPR and First Aid
- Started Company in 2005
- Our Vision is to Provide CPR Information to the Greatest Number of People in the Most Efficient Manner Possible.
- EMS University, LLC’s Bloodborne Pathogens Training Program is Fully Compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
About OSHA
What is OSHA?
OSHA is the Occupational Health and Safety Administration. They are charged by the Federal Government with the responsibility of health and safety enforcement, regulation, and recommendations.
Who is Responsible for Adhering to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Guidelines?
Anyone who may possibly come into contact with bloodborne pathogens or other possible infectious materials (OPIM) should take a bloodborne pathogens course. Employers who have employees that may be exposed to the above-mentioned items are required to provide training to employees to reduce the risk and spread of infection. Employers who are required to train employees on bloodborne pathogens may include but are not limited to:
- Hospitals
- Doctors’ Offices
- Clinics and Urgent Care Centers
- Dentists Offices
- Veterinarian Offices
- Educational Institutions where Infection is a Possibility
- Other Clinical Offices
- Correctional Facilities
- Blood Banks
- EMT, Paramedic and Firefighting Departments and Agencies
- Funeral Home Personnel
- Hospice Workers
- Custodial Workers
Requirements for Certification
In order to obtain certification, you should read and visualize the material presented. At the end of the course,
there is a written examination you are required to pass with a 75% or better. You are able to complete the test an
unlimited number, however, we recommend that after failing a test that you review this material as you may be presented
with different questions in a different order. Be sure to study and be comfortable with the material. The courses are
designed to ensure your success.
