Bloodborne Pathogen Certification: FAQ
What are Bloodborne Pathogens?
Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted through blood and other human bodily fluids.
Bloodborne pathogens can result in the transmission of diseases from an infected person to a non-infected person if the necessary exposure controls and precautions are not followed.
Common bloodborne pathogen transmissible diseases include Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B and HIV. Often these diseases have no cure, as in the case of Hepatitis B and HIV.
These infections can be extremely serious, and they are more easily transmitted when employees are unaware of required precautions when working with, or around, human blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).
According to the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, any employee with a reasonably anticipated risk of exposure to blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM) must receive Bloodborne Pathogens training to ensure a safer workplace. OSHA fines for non-compliance can be up to $70,000.
We have over fifty articles in our bloodborne pathogens resources archive covering everything to do with Bloodborne Pathogens. Here are a couple to get you started: Donating Blood: Am i at risk of Bloodborne Pathogens?, Common Bloodborne Pathogens.
You can also download our bloodborne pathogens training free pdf.
How much does the bloodborne pathogen certification cost?
Online bloodborne pathogen certification is from $28.95, depending on which bloodborne pathogen training course you take.
Does this meet OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 requirements?
Yes. Our training is compliant with all OSHA requirements for the bloodborne pathogens standard.
Can I get free Bloodborne Pathogens Training?
Be wary of providers that offer free Bloodborne Pathogens training courses online, these will likely not offer certification.
Providers can vary significantly, so it’s important to choose a company whose courses are compliant with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. Our courses exceed compliance standards and offer a 100% money back guarantee.
In which countries are your certifications valid?
We focus on providing compliant workplace certification in line with US standards such as OSHA and HIPAA. Other courses, for example CPR certification are designed according to international AHA/ILCOR standards. Although we have certified many individuals internationally, we recommend checking specific requirements either employment-related, regionally or locally prior to purchase.
Do I get a Bloodborne Pathogen Certificate after completing the training?
You need a bloodborne pathogen certificate to show your employer, our courses offer an instant certificate to show your OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 compliance.
The best online training providers will also store your certificate, expiration date, certificate number and other credentials in your account so you can access it or verify it at any time. We offer one click online verification for all our certification courses.
What size is the Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate?
We provide a wallet sized bloodborne pathogens certificate for general and healthcare courses. The wallet certificate is housed in a full USA letter sized document and can remain there if you prefer to frame the certificate rather than use the wallet format. We provide a full size frameable certificate for the bloodborne pathogens certification for tattoo artists course.
How long do the Bloodborne Pathogen Training courses take to complete?
It depends on the course, the average Bloodborne Pathogen training course is 60 to 90 minutes. Each lesson takes no more than 3 minutes so you’ll never get bored, and you can stop and resume the course as many times as you want.
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
If your Bloodborne Pathogens certificate is not accepted by your employer we do offer a money back guarantee within thirty (30) days.
Can your bloodborne pathogens certificates be verified online?
We offer online verification of all Bloodborne Pathogen certificates with QR code scanning, or with two clicks online. Simply give your employer, or anyone else, the link written on the back of your bloodborne pathogens certificate wallet card, and your unique certificate number, and they can instantly verify your name, unique certificate ID, the course you passed, and the issue and expiry dates of your certificate.
Will my bloodborne pathogens certification expire?
The certification expires one year after issue. This is a requirement under the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
Do I have to pass a bloodborne pathogens exam?
Our courses do not have a lengthy final exam at the end. We use shorter test quizlets at the end of each module to check and reinforce what you learned. You must pass quizzes to proceed through the course. Don’t worry, you will learn everything you need to pass in each module and you can retake as many times as you like.
How many tries do I get to pass the test?
There is a short test at the end of each module rather than a long final exam. If you fail a quiz you can revise what you missed and retake as many times as you need in order to pass.
Do you offer group Bloodborne Pathogens certification?
Yes – we offer a fully automated group training solution for organizations to train employees and contractors. Please see the group training page.
Can I take a free bloodborne pathogens test before I do the training?
It is not neccessary to do so as you will learn everything you need to pass in the course. If you would like to try a free preparation test first you can do that for each course by clicking these links: Bloodborne Pathogens Test Free Quiz Preparation, Free Bloodborne Pathogens Test Preparation Quiz: Healthcare, Bloodborne Pathogens Certification Tattoo Test Preparation.
Is there any discount for recertification?
Yes. OSHA stipulates an annual training requirement as part of the bloodborne pathogen standard. When your bloodborne pathogens certificate is close to expiry you will receive an email with a 15% discount if you would like to recertify.
Why do I need a Bloodborne Pathogens certificate?
The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standard attempts to mitigate the risk of bloodborne pathogen exposure in the workplace by mandating training, and other regulations and procedures for individuals and employees at risk of occupational exposure to BBP.
Part of this mandate is the training requirement, which stipulates that any employee at risk of exposure completes annual bloodborne pathogen certification. Common industries that require bloodborne pathogen certification include healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality, childcare, tattoo and body art and numerous others. You can find a detailed analysis of who needs bloodborne pathogen certification here.
Do I need any other certifications?
It depends on your job and your employer. If you are applying for a tattoo license you may need CPR and first aid training. If you work in the healthcare space and handle patient data you will like need to get both HIPAA and bloodborne pathogens certification online.








