Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7011
Course Name
Bloodborne Pathogens for All Employees
Contact Hours
1.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Risk Management Association
Primary Contact
Rebecca Atkinson
Rebecca.Atkinson@yorkrisk.com
2486711734 Ext.
Website
Description
Provides water and wastewater operators training to minimize the health risks to workers exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials. Topics include the definition of bloodborne pathogens, symptoms of the diseases they cause and modes of transmission; Exposure Control Plans; universal precautions, engineering controls, work practices, and personal protection equipment; decontamination and disposal; hepatitis B vaccines and emergency procedures related to exposure incidents. This course primarily covers OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
• Define bloodborne pathogens
• Describe common types of bloodborne pathogens and their signs and symptoms
• Recognize different sources of bloodborne pathogens
• Recognize tasks and activities that may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Identify different means of transmission and contamination
• Practice universal precautions
• Describe standard control methods and safe handling procedures, including engineering and work practice controls
• Specify the proper type, use, handling, and disposal of personal protective equipment
• Demonstrate proper decontamination and disinfection procedures
• Outline emergency procedures for handling incidents involving potentially hazardous materials
• Describe the appropriate response protocols if an exposure incident occurs.
Target Audience
Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Risk Management Association client that are certified Pa. DEP water and wastewater operators.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous