Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Define bloodborne pathogens and explain why they are dangerous at work
• Identify job tasks that may expose workers to infectious materials
• List the key parts of an exposure control plan
• Explain why workplaces must review and update exposure control plans
• Match PPE to tasks involving blood or body fluid exposure
• Distinguish safe PPE use from unsafe handling and disposal practices
• Describe when OSHA bloodborne pathogens training is required
• Compare hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV workplace risks
• Apply universal precautions during everyday workplace tasks
• Contrast engineering controls with safer work practice controls
• Recognise exposure incidents that require immediate reporting and follow-up
• Arrange the correct response steps after a bloodborne exposure incident