Smart Training, LLC
Credit awarded: 0.50 hours
AGD Subject Code: 550

Date: On-demand

Course Description:

The Bloodborne Pathogens training module offers a dental-specific, OSHA-required overview of exposure control principles and practices. This training is required for employees exposed to potentially infectious materials.

Needlesticks and other sharp injuries to employees can spread Hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV. The Sharps Safety training module helps dental practices improve sharps handling and infection prevention protocols. This safety presentation can help keep your employees safe by preventing the spread of disease.

Educational Objectives:

At course completion, the attendee will be able to:

• Recognize situations in which bloodborne pathogens are present
• Interpret the Exposure Control Plan
• Practice selecting and properly using Personal Protective Equipment
• Compose appropriate warning labels to ensure the safety of team members
• Identify the physical and health hazards of dental office sharps
• Perform methods of controlling infection via sharps safety
• Employ proper sharps disposal techniques

Teaching Methods: Join us anytime and from any location for our online Dental Bloodborne Pathogens & Sharps Safety training module.

Location: Online. Users will need a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) and an internet connection.

Course History: 

• Original Release Date: 03/07/2012
• Last Review Date: 05/13/2022
• Last Update Date: 05/27/2022
• Next Review Date: 05/13/2025