Occupational Safety and Health: Blood-Borne Pathogens

33mBeginner2021-11-03

Authors

Jim Rogers

Recognized leader in the field of construction management

Course details

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The risk of developing the diseases caused by these pathogens occurs when you are exposed to blood that contains them. In this course, instructor Jim Rogers walks you through the various blood-borne hazards, ways to prevent infection, and some special considerations for various industries. Jim explains what a blood-borne pathogen is and what exposure means. He goes over several methods of prevention infection, including universal precautions, preventative vaccinations, PPE, and post-exposure procedures. Jim finished up with some special considerations for industries such as healthcare, first response, and construction.

Skills covered

HR AdministrationHuman ResourcesDeep Dive (X:Y)

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens

1. Understanding the Hazard

02 - What's a bloodborne pathogen
03 - Blood and other potentially infectious materials
04 - What does exposure mean
05 - Understanding transmission and exposure in the workplace

2. Preventing Infection

06 - Universal precautions
07 - Engineering and work practice controls
08 - Preventative vaccinations
09 - PPE
10 - Post-exposure procedures
11 - Proper cleanup

3. Special Industry Considerations

12 - Healthcare workers
13 - First responders
14 - Construction and landscaping

Conclusion

15 - Next steps