Bloodborne Pathogens (Lab/Healthcare) - 2111507
Overview
This online training video teaches health care workers about the
safety issues regarding exposure to bloodborne pathogens and how to
protect themselves and their coworkers from contamination. Viewers
learn how bloodborne diseases are transmitted in a health care
setting, procedures for accidental exposure, the importance of early
detection, the symptoms of initial exposure, and how to limit their
risk of exposure.
Audience
All workers in a laboratory or health care setting who come in contact with blood or other potentially infectious
materials as a part of their normal routine and non-routine job
duties. (Examples not limited to: Those involved in and the support
of Biological research, Health Services workers)
Time Required
27 to 29 minutes
Topics Covered
• Introduction
• HIV & Hepatitis
• Exposure
• Exposure Control Plan
• Labeling
• Standard Precautions
• Housekeeping
• Workplace Activities
• PPE
• Vaccination
• Accidental Exposure
• Review
