Bloodborne Pathogen Course Summary:
It is a legal requirement to protect employees from infectious substances while they work. Bloodborne pathogen training will teach trainees how to prevent contamination and reduce the likelihood of exposure. Examples include bacteria and viruses such as COVID-19.
Who Would Benefit From This Course:
Bloodborne pathogen training will benefit employees who may be exposed to infectious substances including:
- Supervisors
- Health Care Employees
- Municipal Employees
- Retail, Grocery, Hospitality, Restaurant or Other Client Facing Staff
- Emergency Responders
Course Content:
- Legislation – Review of applicable Provincial Legislation
- Overview of an infectious substance
- Blood borne pathogens overview
- Reporting a known or suspected exposure to the supervisor
- Protective measures to follow
- Workplace prevention techniques
- Assessing the potential for exposure in the workplace
| Duration | 4 Hours |
|---|---|
| Training Interval | 3 Years (Recommended) |
| Pre-Requisite | None |
| Includes | Certificate of Completion |
