Overview

Heartsaver® Bloodborne Pathogens training provides essential knowledge for recognizing and reducing exposure risks associated with bloodborne pathogens in occupational settings.

Course Description

The Heartsaver Bloodborne Pathogens course teaches students how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood-containing materials. This course addresses fundamental principles of bloodborne pathogen safety, including transmission risks, prevention strategies, protective measures, and response procedures following potential exposure incidents.

The program is commonly used to support workplace safety programs and exposure-control awareness.

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn how to:

• Identify common bloodborne pathogen hazards
• Understand routes of transmission
• Apply exposure prevention practices
• Use protective measures appropriately
• Respond to exposure incidents
• Recognize workplace safety responsibilities

Compliance and Certification Requirements

Successful participants receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver® Bloodborne Pathogens completion card.

Completion cards are typically valid for two years.

Audience

Appropriate for:

• Employees with potential exposure risk
• Workplace safety programs
• Custodial / facilities personnel
• First aid responders
• General workforce training initiatives