Bloodborne Pathogens

Program Description

Do you work in a setting where you may encounter blood or bodily fluids? If so, you may be at risk of being exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Bloodborne pathogens, by definition, are any disease-causing organisms that pass from one entity to another through blood or other potentially infectious materials. 

 

Bloodborne pathogens can cause several serous and potentially fatal diseases. To keep yourself and those around you safe from exposure, staying informed about what they are and how to protect yourself from them is key. 

 

MSW’s program provides participants with the knowledge required to identify bloodborne pathogens in the workplace and apply necessary precautions to reduce the risk of exposure.

Learning Outcomes 

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Define bloodborne pathogens

• Recognize common infections and symptoms 

• Identify bloodborne pathogens in the workplace 

• Explain common modes of transmission

• Identify methods of prevention

 

Target Audience 

Who needs to be trained? Workers exposed or likely to be exposed to biological, physical or chemical agents, JHSC members and supervisors. 

 

Legislative References

Occupational Health and Safety Act s. 25. (2)(a), 42. (1)
ON. Regulation 833 Control of Exposure to Biological and Chemical Agents 
s. 3. (1), (2)
ON. Regulation 851 Industrial Establishments s. 130