The employer must ensure that all
employees with occupational
exposure participate in an effective training program. Training must be provided
within 90 days after the effective date of the standard and annually thereafter.
Training must be provided by an individual who is knowledgeable in the subject matter, at
no cost to employees, during regular accessible times for employees.
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Some elements of the training
program include providing an:
- Accessible copy of the regulatory text and explanation of
its contents
- Explanation of the transmitting modes and epidemiology
of HBV and HIV
- Explanation of the written exposure control plan and how to
obtain a copy
- Explanation of engineering control, work practice, and
personal protective equipment use and limitations.
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| The training materials must be
appropriate in content, language, and vocabulary to the educational, literacy, and
language background of the employee. |
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