Tuberculosis Exposure (MED-7.2)

Tuberculosis Exposure (MED-7.2)

Learning objectives

  • Identify aspects of a tuberculosis infection control plan
  • Identify respiratory protection procedures to prevent tuberculosis exposure
  • Identify signs and symptoms of tuberculosis exposure

Course overview

While there are treatment methods for tuberculosis, it is still a disease that kills thousands worldwide every year. This course is designed to give employees an overview of tuberculosis's characteristics, how it infects people and spreads, and how you can prevent being infected or spreading it. Learners who successfully complete this course will be able to identify the nature and types of tuberculosis, and recommended measures for avoiding tuberculosis exposure and infection in the workplace. This course is designed for all medical and non-medical industry personnel who may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with a tuberculosis-infected person in the workplace.
  • 20 minutes
  • Format: Online Interactive
  • English
Regulations
  • 29 CFR 1904, Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses
  • 29 CFR 1910 Subpart J, General Environmental Controls
  • 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I, Personal Protective Equipment
  • OSH Act Section 5(a) (1) General Duty Clause
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