Bloodborne And Airborne Pathogens

This 58-page full-color manual is designed to complement the 2 to 2.5 hour National Safety Council Blood and Airborne Pathogen course. It focuses on teaching people how to protect themselves and others from blood and airborne pathogens and what to do if there is an exposure. Specific pathogens covered include Hepatitis viruses, HIV, and Tuberculosis. Also covered are OSHA standards and expectations, the concept of universal precautions and personal protective equipment. McGraw-Hill Public Safety Website

Over five million workers in health care related fields are at risk to exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as the HIV virus and hepatitis B virus. Designed to meet the current OSHA training requirements, Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition was designed to teach students how to prepare for potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The Sixth Edition also includes supplemental information on airborne pathogens, such as tuberculosis, and other unusual infectious diseases.

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Over Five Million Workers In Health Care Related Fields Are At Risk Of Exposure To Bloodborne Pathogens, Such As The HIV Virus And Hepatitis B Virus. Designed To Meet The Current OSHA Training Requirements, Bloodborne Pathogens Was Created For Students And Employees Who Have Potential For Occupational Exposure To Blood Or Other Potentially Infectious Materials, And Even Has Supplemental Information On Airborne Pathogens Such As Tuberculosis. The Fifth Edition Has Been Completely Revised And Updated To Comply With The 2005 Guidelines For Cardiovascular Resuscitation (CPR) And Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).