This course educates pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and student pharmacists on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, assisting facilities in maintaining compliance with this standard.

The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Plan, or Exposure Control Plan, must be reviewed at least annually. This compliance course provides knowledge and updates on these regulations, but to stay compliant, organizations must review the written plan as well.

Upon successful completion of this course learners should be able to:
1. Identify potential bloodborne pathogens and their modes of transmission
2. Discuss signs and symptoms of bloodborne pathogen exposure
3. List the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard compliance requirements for pharmacists
4. Recall procedures to prevent or reduce exposure to bloodborne pathogens, including vaccination requirements
5. Outline the appropriate elements of an Exposure Control Plan
6. Compare and contrast Universal Precautions and Body Substance Isolation

R.W. Smith, Certified Safety Professional
Safety Manager

R.W. Smith has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

Course fee includes course and course materials.
Course is non-refundable.
Release Date: January 1, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024

Please note: This course is made available for use in conjunction with your employer’s formal training program. Questions related to this course are to be directed to the person within your organization who is responsible for employee training.

THIS COURSE DOES NOT PROVIDE CPE CREDIT