OSHA-02– OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS (OSHA)
Course Objective:
Utilize information on the transmission of blood borne pathogens...
Upon completion of this course the participant will be able to:
1.-Utilize information on the transmission of blood borne pathogens. 2.-Discuss occupational exposures reassures reasonably anticipated (i.e. skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contacts with potentially infectious materials)
3.-Describe post-exposure measures available to health care workers
4.-Understand the use of personal protection equipment
Course Number: OSHA-02
Course Credits: Non-credit ( 2 Contact hours)
Course Description : This medical seminar is designed to review the recommendations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for infection control. This seminar is provided to help reduce the health risk to workers whose duties involve exposure to blood or other potentially hazardous materials.
course Content :
1.Current Federal Register Regulations
2.Definitions related to OSHA requirements
3.Statutory Requirements
Intended Audience : All health care workers
Course Methodology : Lecture and discussion methods will be used to present the information on Blood borne Pathogens and supplemental videotapes
Course Evaluation Methods:
-Post Test
-Attendance is essential for the successful completion of the all course objectives.