Description

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of bloodborne pathogens, emphasizing their nature, risks, and preventive measures. Participants will learn about the most common bloodborne pathogens, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV, and their potential impact on health. The course covers workplace scenarios that may expose individuals to these pathogens and outlines effective strategies for protection, such as the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe work practices, vaccination, post-exposure procedures, and the importance of universal precautions. Regular health checkups and proactive measures are also discussed to ensure ongoing safety and health in the workplace. Identify and understand the nature and risks of common bloodborne pathogens, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. Implement effective protective strategies, including the use of PPE, safe work practices, and vaccination, to minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Recognize and respond appropriately to workplace scenarios that may expose individuals to bloodborne pathogens, including the application of post-exposure procedures and universal precautions.

Course Objectives:

Identify and understand the nature and risks of common bloodborne pathogens, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV.;Implement effective protective strategies, including the use of PPE, safe work practices, and vaccination, to minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.;Recognize and respond appropriately to workplace scenarios that may expose individuals to bloodborne pathogens, including the application of post-exposure procedures and universal precautions.;;

Duration: 10 min.