Stephan L. Foster, Pharm.D.: Pfizer Inc: Advisory Committee/Board Member (Ongoing), Speaker/Honoraria (includes speakers bureau, symposia, and expert witness) (Ongoing); Valneva: Consultant (Ongoing)
Sit back and get compliant! Get your essential Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) bloodborne pathogen education now! Acquire proactive strategies that mitigate workplace exposure risks, adeptly handle potential incidents, and ensure unwavering compliance with regulatory requisites. For those involved in compounding, immunizations, point-of-care testing, and specimen analysis, understanding how to recognize hazards, minimize exposure risks, and respond appropriately to potential exposure is paramount. Guard yourself and others!
Learning Objectives:
Identify potential bloodborne pathogens and their modes of transmission
Recall the key principles of infection control measures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandates
Describe engineering and workplace controls that can help minimize exposure risks
Explain pharmacy staff requirements for compliance with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards
