Bloodborne Training Requirements

An accessible copy of the regulatory text of this standard and an explanation of its contents A general explanation of the epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases An explanation of the modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens An explanation of the employer s exposure control plan and the means by which the employee can obtain a copy of the written plan 

An explanation of the appropriate methods for recognizing tasks and other activities that may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials An explanation of the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure including appropriate engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment (PPE) 

Information on the types, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination, and disposal of PPE 

Information on the hepatitis B vaccine, including information on its efficacy, safety, method of administration, the benefits of being vaccinated, and that the vaccination will 

Information on the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving blood or other potentially infectious materials 

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Because emergency response team members in the course of their assigned responsibilities could be exposed to infectious diseases such as hepatitis B and AIDS, they are covered by OSHA s Bloodborne Pathogens standard. Consequently, in addition to the training required by the standard, they also have been offered the hepatitis B vaccine, and personal protective equipment to protect them against exposure has been selected and distributed to them by the nurse practitioner. 

Universal precautions training that complies with the OSHA standard on occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, as well as a fire training program, should be provided on an annual basis for all laboratory employees. Personnel are required to use proper personal protective devices when handling corrosive, flammable, biohazard, or carcinogenic substances. Eye wash sta-... 

Individuals not involved directly in the accident should evacuate the laboratory and the area must be decontaminated by persons wearing proper protective clothing. Only those individuals who have received documented training as required by the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standard are allowed to clean up any materials that might be contaminated by human blood, other bodily fluids, mucous, or tissue. It may be necessary to chemically decontaminate the entire exposed space. However, each incident needs to be treated on a case-by-case basis. 

Medical recordkeeping, covered by 29 CFR 1910.1020(h), requires employers to keep medical and training records for each employee. OSHA permits employers not to retain medical records of employees working for less than a year need if given to the employee upon termination of employment. Keep medical records confidential except for disclosures permitted by the standard or by other federal, state, or local laws. Make all medical records required by the standard available to OSHA. The compliance officer must protect the confidentiality of these records. If copied for the case file, follow the provisions of 29 CFR 1913.10. Consider records about employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens and documenting their HIV/HBV status as medical records. 

Develop written schedules of inspections and maintenance of all electrical equipment. Operating room personnel should receive annual training on bloodborne pathogens and other safety issues. Implement policies and procedures for sharps injury reporting. OSHA requires an appropriate sharps safety plan that includes the evaluation and selection of safer sharps and needles. Operating... 

Provisions of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard Workers covered by the standard How to meet the OSHA standards Training program requirements... 

You should also be aware that section 1926.21 (b)(2) requires that the employer instmct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and in the regulations applicable to his or her work environment in order to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury. Under this provision, the employer is required to train designated first aid providers in the hazards of bloodborne pathogens. 

The citations also covered six serious violations. These included guarding, ladders, saw safety guides, and training in the bloodborne pathogen standard. Wilful violations are those involving intentional disregard or plain indifference to the requirements laid down in the Occupational Safety and Health Act, while serious violations are those where there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and the employer knew or should have known of the hazard. 

For all training related to the Bloodborne Pathogens standard, the standard requires that records be kept for 3 years, and that the records contain training dates, the content or a summary of the training, names and qualifications of trainers, and names and job titles of trainees. 

Exposure Control Plan. The exposure control plan is a pivotal provision of the bloodborne standard. It requires the employer to identify the employees who will receive the training, protective equipment, vaccinations, and other provisions of the standard. The employer must identify the positions and task procedures where occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infections materials can occur. 

First-aid providers must receive training under the Bloodborne Pathogens standard that covers the specifics of the reporting procedures. All first-aid providers who render assistance in any situation involving the presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials, regardless of whether or not a specific exposure occurs, must have the vaccine made available to them as soon as possible but in no event later than 24 hours after the exposure incident. If an exposure incident as defined in the standard has taken place, other post-exposure follow-up procedures must be initiated immediately, as per the requirements of the standard. 

An employer must provide Hepatitis B vaccinations, or the declination form, to employees who will have occupational exposure. OSHA defines occupational exposure as reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee s duties. This would include employees whose written job descriptions or whose job duties will expose them to blood or other potentially infectious materials on the job. If all employees that will be trained on first aid and CPR are required (not volunteers) to be first responders, or will be responsible for cleaning up after an accident, then they would fall into a bloodborne pathogen (BBP) program. 

The bloodborne pathogens standard also requires employers to maintain and keep accurate training records for 3 years and to include the following ... 

The purpose of medical and first aid is to provide the anployee with readily available medical consultation. If medical personnel are not readily available, then personnel adequately trained to administer first aid are to be present. These individuals should be provided protection and PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The employer is required to provide fully equipped first-aid kits and they are to be maintained and in snitable numbers to meet the needs of the workforce. 

The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard sets forth requirements for employers to implement an exposure-control plan for each worksite with potential employee exposure. The mandated plan must describe how an employer will use engineering, work-practice controls, and wear personal protective clothing to protect workers. The plan also details training, medical surveillance, hepatitis B vaccinations, and signs and labeling requirements. 

Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens standard 29 CFR 1910.1030 OSHA standards requiring CPR training Permit-Required Confined Spaces,1910.146... 

Bloodborne Pathogens. A brief discussion of the OSHA requirements by for bloodborne pathogens is essential. Show employees a copy of the written program, PPE requirements, cleanup procedures, proper disposal methods, and the requirements of this particular regulation. If a nurse is available, he/she could perform these training duties. 

Can an employer require employees to obtain the required bloodborne pathogens training prior to being employed ... 

Training for the sake of providing education to employees in first aid does not invoke the standard. The Bloodborne Pathogens standard is invoked when employees are trained and expected to provide medical assistance to their coworkers or others. Thus, for employees who are required to render first aid as part of their job duties, all elements of the blood-borne pathogens standard apply. 

OSHA has said that the requirement for interactive questions and answers has been interpreted to mean that employees must have direct access to a qualified trainer dming the training session. The use of an electronic mail system to answer employee questions would not be considered direct access to a qualified trainer, unless the trainer is available to answer e-mailed questions at the time the questions arise. Frequently, a student may be rmable to go further with the training or to understand related training content until a response is received. Failure to provide employees direct access to a quahfied trainer would constitute a violation of the bloodborne pathogens standard. 

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