Bloodborne Pathogens Training Services

Who Needs Bloodborne Pathogens Training?

You likely need BBP training for employees who:

• Provide first aid or medical response as part of their job duties
• Work in healthcare, laboratory, or research settings handling blood or bodily fluids
• Are members of a facility's designated emergency response or first-aid team
• Handle waste or materials that may be contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM)
• Perform housekeeping or maintenance duties in areas where exposure is reasonably anticipated

Our Bloodborne Pathogens Training Process

1. Exposure Determination – We identify which job classifications and employees have reasonably anticipated occupational exposure.
2. Exposure Control Plan Development or Review – We prepare or update your facility's written Exposure Control Plan as required by the standard.
3. Training Delivery – We deliver initial training to newly identified at-risk employees and annual refresher training to maintain compliance.
4. Documentation – We provide training records and Exposure Control Plan documentation that satisfy OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
5. Annual Review Tracking – We track your facility's annual training and Exposure Control Plan review deadlines.

Why Choose Vanguard for Bloodborne Pathogens Training

• We determine exactly which employees require training, avoiding both compliance gaps and unnecessary training for unaffected roles
• Exposure Control Plan development included, not just the training session
• On-site delivery available, scheduled around your operations
• Training can be combined with other required OSHA training during the same visit

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all employees need Bloodborne Pathogens training?

No. Only employees with reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials are covered by the standard. Vanguard performs an exposure determination to identify which roles require training.

How often does BBP training need to be refreshed?

Annually, for all employees who fall under the standard's exposure determination.

Are we required to offer the Hepatitis B vaccine?

Yes. Employers must offer the Hepatitis B vaccination series at no cost to employees with occupational exposure risk, generally within 10 working days of initial assignment.

What is an Exposure Control Plan, and do we need one?

It's a written plan identifying tasks and job classifications with exposure risk, along with the procedures used to minimize that risk. It's required for any employer with employees covered under the standard, and must be reviewed and updated at least annually.

What should we do if an employee experiences an exposure incident?

The standard requires a specific post-exposure evaluation and follow-up procedure, including confidential medical evaluation. Vanguard's training covers these steps, and we can help you establish the procedure in advance.

Can this training be combined with other OSHA training we need?

Yes. Many clients combine Bloodborne Pathogens training with HazCom, PPE, or HAZWOPER training during the same on-site visit.

Related Services

• Occupational Compliance Services
• HAZWOPER Training
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
• SARA Title III Reporting