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Class Contact Administrator:	Mathew T. Giachetti
Administrator Phone:	732-620-2380
Administrator Email:	mat@lifeforceusainc.com
Additional Information:	Topics Covered: 1. Explain the epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases 2. Explain the modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens 3. Explain the employer`s exposure control plan and how to obtain a copy of the written plan 4. Recognize tasks and activities that may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials 5. Explain the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials, including engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment 6. Describe the types, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination and disposal of personal protective equipment 7. Explain how to select personal protective equipment 8. Describe the efficacy, safety, method of administration of the hepatitis B vaccine, and recognize the benefits of being vaccinated free of charge 9. Recognize the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving blood or other potentially infectious materials 10. Explain the procedure to follow if an exposure incident occurs, including the method of reporting the incident and the medical follow-up that will be made available 11. Describe the required post-exposure evaluation and follow-up after an exposure incident