Blood-Borne Pathogens: OSHA Compliance Training for Direct Care Workers

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About Course

Blood-borne pathogens are not a distant threat — they are a daily reality in every group home, assisted living facility, and nursing home in Maryland. This OSHA-required annual training is designed specifically for direct care workers who provide hands-on support to residents every single day.

Grounded in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 and Maryland-specific regulations including COMAR 10.07.14 and COMAR 26.13.11, this course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and legal awareness to protect yourself, your colleagues, and the individuals in your care.

This is not just a compliance checkbox — it is the training that could save your life.

What Will You Learn?

  • Identify the major blood-borne pathogens and how they are transmitted
  • Understand OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and employer/employee obligations
  • Select and use appropriate PPE for tasks involving blood or OPIM
  • Apply safe work practices including Universal Precautions and sharps safety
  • Respond correctly to an exposure incident, including reporting and medical follow-up
  • Understand the Exposure Control Plan and your rights as a worker

Course Content

Section 1: Understanding Blood-Borne Pathogens & OSHA Requirements

  • Lesson 1.1 – What Are Blood-Borne Pathogens? OSHA Standards & Legal Requirements
  • Knowledge Check – Blood-Borne Pathogens Training

Section 2: Exposure Prevention, PPE & Post-Exposure Procedures

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