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Biological Hazards (OSHA)

This course is a safety training program designed for individuals who may come in contact with biological hazards, and is compliant with OSHA regulations. It provides comprehensive information on a range of biological hazards including microorganisms, fungi, plants, insects, and animals. This course satisfies the classroom training requirement for occupational safety. It also incorporates a proficiency checklist for employers to conduct practical evaluations. Upon finishing the course, trainees can download and print a certificate or wallet card to demonstrate their completion of the Biological Hazards training. NOTE: Only an employer can certify an employee. Certification requirements may differ by state or province. Check with local authorities for any further occupational training requirements.

Biological Hazards (OSHA)

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Biological Hazards safety training course we offer is OSHA compliant, and our online version meets OSHA’s classroom training prerequisite. The course comprises sections on various biological hazards including microorganisms, fungi, plants, insects, animals, etc. This course also features periodic practice quiz questions to help prepare for the final written examination included in the course. Alongside the written test, this course provides a checklist for employers to use for conducting a practical exam as stipulated by OSHA.

Estimated Training Duration: The duration of this training can vary as individuals learn and progress at different paces. However, the estimated time to complete this training is between 1.5 and 2 hours.

Intended Audience:

  • Employees
  • Supervisors

Although it is still necessary to acquaint yourself with any other relevant federal, state, and local standards, this training covers the following OSHA standards:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subsection J – General Environmental Controls
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subsection Z – Toxic and Hazardous Substances
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 – Hazard Communication
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 – Fit Testing Procedures
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.141 – Sanitation
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151 – Medical and First Aid

COURSE TOPICS

Course topics:

  • Microorganisms
  • Fungi
  • Plants
  • Insects
  • Animals
ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Approximately 75 minutes

PASS MARK

The minimum passing grade for this course is 80%. Participants have 2 attempts to complete the course.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of the Biological Hazards course, a certificate will be available for download and printing.

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 75 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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