The Bloodborne Pathogens awareness program includes information that will help
students understand what Bloodborne pathogens are and how risks of exposure can be
reduced for themselves and others. The program assists in satisfying the training
requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
Who should take this class? Any employee, or health care professional who has a
reasonable anticipation of contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials as
a result of performing designated job duties, including but not limited to; health care
workers, public safety personnel, housekeeping and custodial workers, educational and
correctional workers and designated first aid providers.
The course includes:
-What is a Bloodborne Pathogen
-Safety and Prevention
-Exposure and follow up
This course is about 2 hours long and provides a 1 year certification.