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Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens - $40

This is an instructor-led class meant to teach employees how to protect themselves and others form being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials. This course is designed to meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for bloodborne pathogens training.

Who Should Take This Course?

Anyone who has a reasonable chance of coming into contact with bloodborne pathogens such as;
  • Correctional Officers
  • Childcare workers
  • Security guards
  • Maintenance workers
  • School personnel
  • Hotel housekeepers
  • Health and fitness club staff
  • Tattoo artists

Course Content

  • Protect yourself from blood or blood-containing materials.
  • Act quickly and safely.
  • Clean the area that has blood or blood-containing materials.
  • Tell your supervisor about the incident.
  • 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