HH105 - MGR: Bloodborne Pathogens for Employers and Supervisors for Home Health (1.0 HR)

Purpose: To enhance the manager’s/supervisor’s knowledge of bloodborne pathogens and needlestick injuries so that they can be minimized or eliminated in the home care environment. Objectives: 1. Discuss the risks of bloodborne pathogens and needlestick injuries; 2. Explain reasons why the home healthcare worker may choose to not report a needlestick or sharps injury; 3. Identify the regulatory agency responsible for worker safety in preventing or minimizing needlestick or sharps injuries; 4. Discuss employer responsibilities for preventing or minimizing needlestick or sharps injuries; 5. Explain worker responsibilities in preventing needlestick or sharps injuries and what to do if an incident occurs.