Prevent workplace infections and boost OSHA compliance in any healthcare environment with this free online course.

Do you worry about accidental exposure to blood or infectious materials at your workplace? Many people are unsure which tasks carry real risks or what safety steps actually matter. Confusing rules, poor training, and improper PPE use can lead to dangerous mistakes, missed reporting steps, and serious health risks on the job. This OSHA course introduces you to the Bloodborne Pathogens standard and will help prevent, protect and respond to exposure incidents with confidence.

You will learn how OSHA bloodborne pathogen requirements are applied in real workplaces, who needs protection, and how exposure control plans work. We will also demonstrate the correct use of PPE, training duties, universal precautions and sharps safety. In addition, you’ll explore differences between hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV risks in the workplace.

By the end of this OSHA course, you will know how to handle exposure risks with confidence and appropriate care. You will be able to choose appropriate PPE, follow safer work practices, respond appropriately after incidents, report exposures promptly, and understand the employer's responsibilities for follow-up, records, training, and workplace safety compliance. This course content was created in partnership with Tyler Honor, who is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). For more information about our subject-matter expert, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerhonor/. The authors generated this text with the help of ChatGPT. After drafting, the authors and subject matter expert reviewed, edited, and revised the text to ensure it is correct and meets Alison’s high-quality standards. There are no prerequisites for this course. Start the course to identify OSHA compliance gaps and help build a safer and more informed workplace. Enrol now!