Bloodborne Pathogens Review | 2 CE

Bloodborne Pathogens 2026 OSHA Review

Credit hours/CEs 2

Published January 2022 | Reviewed January 2026 | Expires December 2026

Course Description

Bloodborne Pathogens Review is an online OSHA-focused course for dental health care personnel on infection control and bloodborne pathogens in the dental setting. It emphasizes OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requirements, practical prevention of occupational exposures, and safe management of bloodborne pathogens in dental practice. The course reviews current OSHA guidelines, explains major categories of bloodborne pathogens relevant to dentistry, and presents practical clinical strategies to implement infection control protocols in the dental office.

Learning Objectives

• Understand OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Training Requirements
• Know State and Federal OSHA Guidelines Standard Precaution Measures
• Identify Strategies to Prevent Occupational Exposures To Bloodborne Pathogens
• Identify Personal Protection Equipment for Dental Personnel
• Know OSHA Post-Accidental Exposure Protocols

Sources/Editors/Authors
U.S. Department of Labor OSHA Division
Howard Boone, MD
MaryLou Austin, RDH, MS, Health Science Editor

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