Bloodborne Pathogens AHA

Bloodborne Pathogens

• This product is non-returnable.
• Updated to reflect updates to the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29CFR 1910.1030), which is published by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Teaches employees how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials
• Designed for first-time or renewal bloodborne pathogens training
• Tech requirements are available at https://www.onlineaha.org/technical_requirements.
• Meets OSHA requirements when paired with site-specific bloodborne pathogen training

After successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

• Explain the importance of taking the Heartsaver® Bloodborne Pathogens course
• Define bloodborne pathogens
• Describe the four main steps for staying safe when facing an occupational exposure
• Discuss how universal precautions, personal protective equipment, and handwashing can protect them from infection
• Recognize warning signs and labels for biohazards
• Recall how to safely remove gloves
• Discuss how to dispose of sharps and other blood-containing items
• Identify the types of spills and methods to clean them
• Discuss their exposure control plan