Bloodborne Pathogen Training
Bloodborne Pathogens OSHA Compliance Training
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- Convenient online training at your own pace.
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- Purchase a PDF certificate upon completion.
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Access 100% of our training material for free, including the study guide, knowledge check activities, course activities, and resources.
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Register Now!Final Course Exam
After studying the course material and completing the knowledge check activities, students can take the course exam. The course exam is designed to test the students understanding of the course material. Course exams are composed of multiple choice questions selected from our extensive question bank.
Exam Characteristics
- Each course final exam consists of 20 questions randomly selected from a question bank.
- You have two (2) hours to complete the course exam.
- The exam is open book. You can use course modules, review notes, or the course study guide to help answer questions.
- You must achieve a minimum score of 70% to pass the exam.
- You may retake the final exam if you fail to pass it:
- You may take an exam three (3) times within a 48-hour period.
- After the third attempt, students must wait 24 hours before attempting the exam again. During this time, you should review the course material to improve your understanding.
- After each exam, you receive an email with information on missed questions. We encourage you to review the course material to improve your understanding.
- When you pass the final exam, you may not retake the exam to raise your score.
OSHAcademy offers three different bloodborne pathogn training courses. Course 655: Bloodborne Pathogens in the Workplace is intended for employees working outside of the healthcare industry, Course 656: Bloodborne Pathogens in the Healthcare Setting is intended for employees working in the healthcare industry, and course 755: Bloodborne Pathogens Program Management is intended for employers. Though each course is intended for a different audience, they will still all cover the following general topics:
- What are bloodborne pathogens?
- Specific bloodborne pathogens
- Transmitting bloodborne pathogens
- Your employer's exposure control plan
- Recognize the potential for exposure
- Exposure control methods
- Personal protective equipment
- Hepatitis B (HBV) immunization
- When an exposure occurs
- Housekeeping
- Communicating a hazard
Course 656 discusses the following additional topics:
- Needlestick safety
- Universal precautions
- Laboratory safety
The Bloodborne Pathogens course serves a critical role in workplace safety by equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The bloodborne pathogens include, but are not limited to, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV). This course is vital for any employee in environments where contact with blood and sharp objects is likely, ensuring they are prepared to handle such risks safely and effectively.
The Bloodborne Pathogens course employs a comprehensive mix of materials and teaching methods designed to ensure a thorough understanding of the topic. Here's an overview of what you can expect:
- Text-Based Lessons: Detailed written content provides foundational knowledge and essential precautions required to handle infectious diseases.
- Visual Aids: The course incorporates a variety of visuals including images and animations. These elements help to illustrate key concepts and enhance comprehension.
- Video Tutorials: Engaging videos are used to demonstrate real-world applications of protective measures and contamination handling techniques.
Through this blend of educational materials, the course effectively conveys crucial information needed to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious agents.
These training courses are designed for a wide range of professionals who risk exposure to blood and bloodborne pathogens during their work. Workers in the following professions should receive bloodborne pathogen training:
- Healthcare Workers: Including but not limited to:
- Home Health Aides: To ensure the safety of both client and caregiver in domestic settings.
- Doctors and Nurses: Critical for those operating in clinics and hospitals.
- Phlebotomists: Those handling blood samples regularly.
- Pharmacists: Especially those involved in the preparation of medical products that may need blood contact.
- Tattoo Artists: To maintain safety standards in the tattooing process.
- Makeup Artists: Particularly those involved in procedures that may involve the skin.
Additionally, any professional operating in an environment where they may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens should consider this training. This includes sectors beyond the ones listed, emphasizing the importance of safety and protocol adherence. Whether you're directly involved in medical procedures or work in a field where contact with blood is possible, these training courses are essential for ensuring occupational safety and health compliance.
Per OSHA standard 1910.1030 training shall be provided at the time of initial assignment to tasks where occupational exposure may take place, and at least annually thereafter. That being the case, OSHAcademy has set the training certificates to expire after one year.
Yes, if you have purchased a training certificate package before taking the course. Otherwise, if you complete the course and final exam before buying a training certificate package, your exam score will be saved in our training system, allowing you to purchase a training certificate package whenever you choose.
Yes. Students and employers can validate the training certificate using our website. It's quick and easy! You can feel confident knowing the certificate is valid and was issued by OSHAcademy. To validate your training certificate click here.
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