Intended Audience
Designed for CPR, AED, and first aid providers or employees whose job duties increase the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
HSI Compliance Training Program
Bloodborne
Pathogens (BBP)
HSI Bloodborne Pathogens helps students understand what bloodborne pathogens are, how exposure happens, and how risks can be reduced for themselves and others in the workplace.
1-Year Certification
About 1 Hour
OSHA-Aligned Training
Quick Course Facts
What to know before registering for HSI Bloodborne Pathogens.
Certification Period
Certification is valid for 1 year from the month of issue.
Time to Complete
About 1 hour.
Completion Requirements
Core knowledge is evaluated through observation and questions during training. Written evaluation is only needed if required by a regulatory agency.
Choose Your Training Format
Select the class format that best fits your schedule and compliance needs.
Most Common
Traditional Classroom
Instructor-led training with guided instruction and workplace-focused discussion.
- Great fit for employers and workplace teams
- Helpful for CPR, AED, and first aid providers
- Good option for private group compliance sessions
Flexible Option
Blended Learning
Complete part of the training through the blended pathway, then finish with the required instructor-led portion.
- Helpful for busy staff schedules
- Still supports required learning objectives
- Good option for employers training multiple team members
Upcoming Bloodborne Pathogens Classes
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Course Schedule
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Course Details
What This Course Covers
HSI Bloodborne Pathogens helps students understand bloodborne pathogens, how workplace exposure can happen, and the steps that reduce the risk of exposure for employees, responders, and others.
Delivery
Traditional Classroom • Blended Learning
Materials
Student Book, Instructor Guide, and media presentation
Ratio
No restriction on the number of students in a training class
Portal
Streaming/offline player, playlists, evaluations, and class tracking
Recognition & Standards
Built to Support Workplace Compliance
HSI Bloodborne Pathogens has been approved by the HSI Medical Advisory Board, reviewed by the HSI Advisory Council, and assists in satisfying the training requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard 29 CFR 1910.1030.
Reviewed By
HSI Medical Advisory Board and HSI Advisory Council
Standard
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard 29 CFR 1910.1030
Evaluation
Informal observation and questions throughout training, with written evaluation only when required
What You’ll Learn
Major topics covered in HSI Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Standards & Pathogens
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
- Hepatitis B Virus
- Hepatitis C Virus
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
- Hepatitis B immunization
Exposure Control Plans
- Your company’s exposure control plan
- Job classifications
- Communicating a hazard in the workplace
- Reducing the risk of exposure
- Managing an exposure
Reducing Risk of Exposure
- How bloodborne pathogens are transmitted
- Standard precautions
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- When an exposure occurs
- Post-exposure follow-up
- Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
Housekeeping & Cleanup
- Regulated waste
- Contaminated laundry
- Decontaminating surfaces
Common Questions
Quick answers for students and employers considering HSI Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Who is this class designed for?
This course is designed for CPR, AED, and first aid providers, as well
as employees with job duties that increase the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
How long is certification valid?
Certification is valid for 1 year from the month of issue.
How long does the class take?
The course typically takes about 1 hour to complete.
Is a written test required?
Usually not. Written evaluation is only necessary if required by a regulatory agency.