Bloodborne Pathogens are microorganisms (such as viruses) transmitted through blood, or other potentially infectious material such as certain bodily fluids (semen, breast milk, etc.) or tissues. A virus is a germ that causes sickness. (For example, the flu is caused by a virus.) People can pass viruses to each other.

The intent of this training is to provide information on how to protect yourself against the health hazards from exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials, and to reduce your risk of any potential exposure.