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Course
Title:
Bloodborne Pathogen Training (BBP)
Course
Description:
BBP Training is a 1- hour session that meets the requirements of
the federal Bloodborne Pathogen standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). The
training includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Introduction
to Bloodborne Pathogens
- International
Biohazard Symbol
- Requirements
- Definitions
- Transmission
- Standard
Precautions
- Common Pathogens
- Exposure
Risk
- Exposure
Control Plan
- Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Waste
- Autoclaves
- Exposure
Incidents
Who
Must Attend?
BBP Training is required for those who work with human blood or
bodily fluids; unfixed tissues or organs other than intact skin
from a human; cell, tissue, or organ cultures or medium, or animal
or human cell lines that have not been documented with the EHS Office
as free from contamination of human hepatitis viruses, HIV and other
recognized bloodborne pathogens. It is the responsibility of each
Laboratory Director to ensure that his/her laboratory personnel
attend Bloodborne Pathogen Training. This includes, but is not limited
to, Faculty, Graduate Students, Undergraduate Students, Staff, and
Visitors.
When
Must Initial Training be Completed?
Initial Bloodborne Pathogens Training is required prior to any work
in a laboratory that may expose a worker to Bloodborne Pathogens.
How
Often Must I Attend a Refresher Course?
Bloodborne Pathogens Training is required annually.
Trainer
Contact Information:
Biosafety Officer at 401-863-3087
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