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Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)

Language: English

Location: Houma, Louisiana

Learning mode: Classroom

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About the course

Available in English

Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)

The  course focuses on how to prevent exposure to infectious diseases like HIV, Hepatitis B/C, by covering transmission, PPE use, safety protocols, and emergency response, fulfilling OSHA requirements for at-risk jobs

Essential Information

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course

Who is it for?

Employees who may be potentially exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens and BBP materials.

Assessment

After completing the training, the participants will have time for a Q&A session to be sure all info is comprehended

Certification

Maersk Training Certificate

Course Content

General Information

Overview of bloodborne pathogens Purpose of the exposure control plan Who is covered by the program

Exposure Entry Points of Body

Eyes Nose Mouth Broken or damaged skin Puncture wounds (needlesticks, sharps)

Exposure Control Plan

Written exposure control plan Roles and responsibilities How the plan is accessed Plan review and updates

Recognize Potential Exposures

Blood Other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) Tasks that may result in exposure High-risk activities

Engineering Controls

Sharps containers Self-sheathing needles Biohazard disposal containers Hand-washing facilities

Administrative Controls

Work practice policies Training programs Exposure reporting procedures Recordkeeping

General Safe Work Practices

Hand hygiene Proper cleanup and disposal No eating, drinking, or smoking in exposure areas Avoiding direct contact with blood

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gloves Masks Eye protection Gowns or aprons Proper use and disposal

Hepatitis B Vaccine

Availability to employees Vaccination schedule Declination option Post-vaccination testing

Exposure Incident Response

Immediate first aid Reporting the incident Medical evaluation

Biohazard Signs and Labels

Where labels are required What the symbols mean Proper placement Container labeling

How it works

Step 1
Identify the specific training modules for your desired role and decide if you want on-site training or a mix of digital and on-site (blended).
Step 2
Once you've chosen the right course, register and pay online. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly.
Step 3
After enrolling, you'll receive a separate email with detailed joining instructions for the training session.
Step 4
Attend your scheduled training session and pass the required assessments to successfully achieve certification.
Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, you'll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body.