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Understanding Bloodborne Pathogens: Bloodborne Pathogens and the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act

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Last Updated 10/2022

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In 1991, OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard was put into effect because injuries caused by needles or other sharps were still an issue. The Needle Stick Safety and Prevention Act, which required certain revisions be made to the original Standard, was passed. This content complies with OSHA regulation 1910.103.

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In 1991, put into place because injuries from needles and other sharps were still a persistent workplace issue.

Specific revisions to the original 1991 Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which this course walks through in detail.

Because sharps-related injuries continued to occur even after the 1991 standard was first put into effect.

OSHA regulation 1910.103, the standard this course is built to align with directly.

Needlestick and other sharps injuries, the specific problem both the original standard and the later Act were written to address.

This course is designed for employees who need to complete Understanding Bloodborne Pathogens: Bloodborne Pathogens and the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act training

Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.

The course takes approximately 3 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.

No. This course does not include a certificate of completion.

Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.

Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).

Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.

Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.

Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.

Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.

Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.

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Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.

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