Bloodborne Pathogens in First Response Environments

First responders are at great risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, which are disease causing organisms found in human blood, its components and products. The most threatening bloodborne pathogens transmit diseases such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV. More than one million people in the United States are infected with HIV. This safety training video explains how exposure occurs and the precautions first responders must take to protect themselves.

In 1991 OSHA created a regulation to protect workers from exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This regulation requires all employers have an Exposure Control Plan, which should be reviewed annually to update work practices and include the most recent technologies. This video explains the Exposure Control Plan, as well as the importance of labeling hazardous waste containers, housekeeping, PPE, and vaccinations. First responders learn about accidental exposures and the steps to take post-exposure.

Learn how to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens by watching this training video.

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First responders

• Introduction
• HIV and Hepatitis
• Exposure
• Exposure Control Plan
• Labeling
• Housekeeping
• Workplace Activities
• PPE
• Vaccination
• Accidental Exposure
• Post-Exposure
• Review

• Bloodborne Pathogens in Commercial and Industrial Facilities
• Bloodborne Pathogens General Awareness
• Cal/OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens