Bloodborne Pathogens

Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Online teaches employees how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials. This course is designed to meet OSHA requirements for bloodborne pathogens training when paired with site-specific instruction. This course provides students with the convenience of completing the course at their own pace wherever they have access to the Internet. It includes interactive exercises and videos to engage students and provide periodic points of knowledge transference, along with audio and transcript for students who may have a hearing or visual disability, and much more. Workplace safety is enhanced with the comprehensive curriculum found in Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens Online. Backed by OSHA regulations and featuring interactive, multimedia tools, this course provides employees with a convenient way to stay in compliance with necessary training protocols and best practices.

Who Should Take The Course?

Under OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard, employers having employees with exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

The Importance of Taking This Course

♡Infection Control: Bloodborne pathogen courses educate individuals on how to control and prevent the spread of infections transmitted through blood and other bodily fluids.

♡Occupational Safety: For healthcare workers, first responders, and others who may come into contact with blood and bodily fluids, such training is vital for maintaining a safe working environment.

♡Legal Compliance: Many occupations and industries have legal requirements for bloodborne pathogen training to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

♡Preventing Disease Transmission: Understanding how to protect oneself and others from infections like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C is essential for personal safety and public health.

♡Universal Precautions: Bloodborne pathogen courses teach the concept of universal precautions, which involves treating all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious, reducing the risk of exposure.

♡Emergency Response: In emergency situations where blood and bodily fluids may be present, knowing how to respond safely is critical for preventing the spread of disease.

♡Proper PPE Usage: Training covers the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, gowns, and masks, to minimize the risk of exposure.

♡Healthcare and Medical Professions: Bloodborne pathogen training is a mandatory requirement for healthcare professionals to ensure patient and worker safety.

♡Workplace Safety: Beyond healthcare, workers in various industries, such as janitorial, sanitation, and public safety, can be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Training is essential for their safety as well.

♡Community and Home Safety: Knowledge of bloodborne pathogen safety can be invaluable for everyday situations, as accidents and injuries can happen anywhere.

♡Reduction of Stigma: Education about bloodborne pathogens helps reduce stigma and misinformation surrounding certain diseases, promoting compassion and understanding.

♡Risk Minimization: The course teaches practical measures to minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in various settings, improving overall safety.

♡Public Health: By preventing the spread of bloodborne diseases, these courses contribute to the protection of public health and safety on a broader scale.

♡Professional Development: For individuals in healthcare and related fields, ongoing bloodborne pathogen training is essential for professional development and career advancement.

♡Emergency Preparedness: Bloodborne pathogen courses prepare individuals to respond effectively and safely in unexpected situations, contributing to overall emergency preparedness.