Event Profile

Go Back

Member fee: $0.00
Non-Member fee: $48.00

1.8 contact hours towards CWEA certifications; All

Bloodborne pathogens are viral, bacterial, or fungal microorganisms present in human blood that can cause disease, serious illness or death in humans.  During some work activities, wastewater treatment plant employees may come in contact with substances that contain bloodborne disease carrying pathogens.  Bloodborne Pathogens training provides essential information for individuals who may be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials in their work.  Bloodborne pathogens training covers how these pathogens are transmitted, how to prevent exposure, and what to do if exposed.

Learning Objectives
Defining bloodborne pathogens and providing examples of bloodborne pathogens that employes working in wastewater treatment plants may be exposed to
Understanding the risks of exposure to bloodborne pathogens including the various transmission sources
Identifying the actions employees should take to help keep themselves safe from bloodborne pathogens
Identifying key aspects for employers to include in a Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan
Knowing what to do in the event of an expected exposure incident involving bloodborne pathogens