Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that can cause disease. Infections can be passed by contact with blood and body fluids. These include: Staph and Strep infections, Pneumonia, Syphilis, TB, Malaria, Herpes, HIV and Hepatitis B and C. Hepatitis B has over one million carriers in the United States. HIV-AIDS has infected millions in the U.S.
ALWAYS READY'S online training "Bloodborne Pathogens for First Responders" was specifically created to assist first responders in fulfilling the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard: 29 CFR Part 1910.1030 training requirements.
This course has been updated with the latest information - including reducing exposures when accidentally stuck by sharp instruments - by utilizing engineered protections.
This course covers the major areas of compliance with the standard, including:
. The contents of the standard
. Epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases
. Modes by which bloodborne diseases are transmitted
. Recognition of exposure situations
. Bloodborne Pathogens Cleanup Products
. Practices to prevent exposure
. Information on HBV vaccination
. Selection and use of personal protective equipment
. And More.
ALWAYS READY'S "Online Interactive Training Library" offers the most cost-effective, stress-free, time-convenient and easily accessed regulatory compliance training available today. This course averages 45 minutes to complete, but each course-taker should work at a comfortable pace. It's divided into logical sections for easy understanding and retention.
You don't have to be a paramedic to respond to a medical emergency. But you do need health & safety training to protect you from bloodborne pathogens. Have everyone in your facility take this timely course: "Bloodborne Pathogens for First Responders" as soon as possible.
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