Bloodborne Pathogens

OVERVIEW ----------------The purpose of this unit is to give trainees a general understanding of hazards associated with exposure to blood in the workplace and basic methods to help minimize exposure. At the conclusion of this unit, trainees will have a basic understanding of the potential hazards of exposure to blood, how to minimize the risk of exposure, and basic principles of the OSHA bloodborne pathogen standard. OBJECTIVES------------------Blood as a Hazardous Material * Explain what bloodborne pathogens are. * Describe the general effects of exposure to the HIV virus. * Describe the general effects of exposure to the HBV virus. The Risks of Occupational Exposure * List some job categories in the healthcare industry that are potentially at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. * List some job categories outside the healthcare industry that are potentially at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. * Describe some situations that are not directly related to a job where someone might be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Minimizing the Risk of Occupational Exposure * Describe the four routes of exposure for bloodborne pathogens, and describe some ways to protect yourself from exposure through each route of exposure. The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard * List the general requirements of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, including the Exposure Control Plan. * Explain the meaning of the term "exposure incident". SUBJECTS----------------Blood as a Hazardous Material * What Are Bloodborne Pathogens? * HIV * HBV The Risks of Occupational Exposure * Healthcare Industry * General Industry * Other Exposure Risks Minimizing the Risk of Occupational Exposure * Routes of Exposure * Personal Protection * Other Protective Measures The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard * General Requirements * Exposure Control Plan * Exposure Incident