Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)

Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) are viruses carried in human blood and other body fluids that cause disease in people.
What does this cover?
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Explain how bloodborne pathogens are transmitted and the risks they present.
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Identify techniques that you and your employer can use to prevent exposures to bloodborne pathogens.
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List the actions you should take if you suspect you may have been exposed to a bloodborne pathogen.
What are the course takeaways?
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Knowledge of bloodborne pathogens hazards, awareness and prevention measures.
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Certificate of Completion (immediately available for download and/or print).
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Examination record available for employer.
Regulations –
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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Bloodborne Infectious Diseases: HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C
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OSHA Standard Interpretations for 1910.1030 – Bloodborne Pathogens
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29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z – Toxic and Hazardous Substances – 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens
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OSHA Compliance Directive (CPL) 02-02-069 – Enforcement Procedures for the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
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OSHA Fact Sheet Jan 2011- OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
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OSHA Safety and Health Topics, Bloodborne Pathogens, Worker Protections Against Bloodborne Pathogens