Certified Bloodborne Pathogens & Needle-stick Specialist (Train the Trainer) (CBPSTT)
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Course Description
This course is intended for individuals who will be teaching the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to an adult audience. Students will learn presentation skills and the principles of teaching adults. It is recommended that students attend the one-day Bloodborne Pathogen course or have some familiarity with the topic of Certified Bloodborne Pathogens before attending this course. Students will be required to develop and present a 30-minute training program during this course.Individuals may be at risk if they handle human blood products, such as whole blood, plasma, serum, platelets, or white cells. They are also at risk if they handle human body fluids such as semen, cerebrospinal fluid, vaginal secretions, joint fluid, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, or amniotic fluid. (Note: human secretions that do not contain blood, such as urine, feces, vomit, tears, sweat, sputum, nasal secretions, and saliva, are not covered.)
Additional risks include working with animals, such as primates infected with hepatitis B or other bloodborne pathogens, or performing tasks where such animals are housed. Handling unfixed human tissue, organs, or primary cell strains (e.g., tissues not preserved in alcohol or formaldehyde) also poses a risk. Similarly, working with the hepatitis B virus or other bloodborne pathogens, or with preparations containing these pathogens, increases exposure potential.
Workers are also at risk when handling blood, blood products, body fluids, or unfixed tissues or organs of animals infected with hepatitis B or other bloodborne pathogens. Handling sharp instruments—such as knives, needles, scalpels, or scissors—used by others working with human blood, body fluids, organs, or tissue, or with similar materials from infected animals, also presents a risk. Entering areas where others work with infected human or animal blood, body fluids, tissues, or organs and performing tasks where these substances may contact the laboratory worker’s unbroken skin, broken skin, or mucous membranes further increases risk.
Finally, performing tasks that could potentially result in exposed skin or mucous membranes coming into contact with human or animal blood, body fluids, organs, or tissues infected with hepatitis B or other bloodborne pathogens constitutes occupational risk. If your answer is YES to any of these scenarios, you are considered to be at occupational risk of contracting HBV or other bloodborne pathogens.
What You'll Learn
- How to develop and implement an effective written bloodborne pathogen program.
- How to develop proper teaching techniques.
- How to understand OSHA and State OSHA regulations and explain methods of compliance with your employees.
- How to demonstrate the proper techniques for handling and treating regulated hazardous waste, and much more.
Who Should Attend
Trainers & instructors Healthcare educators Laboratory supervisors Public safety trainers Safety coordinators Infection control staff
Certified Bloodborne Pathogens & Needle-stick Specialist (Train the Trainer) (CBPSTT) Blueprint
1. Overview
The Certified Safety Health Specialist - General Industry (CBPSTT) blueprint summarizes the examination structure and core knowledge areas aligned to the IASHEP General Industry course. The source course emphasizes 29 CFR 1910 safety regulations and standards, OSHA policies and procedures, hazard recognition, workplace inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, corrective actions, and safety program implementation.
2. Examination Parameters
| Duration | 4 Day course alignment |
| Total Questions | Standardized assessment |
| Question Format | Multiple-choice and scenario-based |
| Passing Score | Standard passing requirement |
3. Prerequisites & Qualifications
Candidates for this certification generally have responsibilities in workplace safety, compliance, supervision, industrial hygiene, facility operations, risk management, or program administration. Preparation should include:
- Familiarity with OSHA general industry requirements and 29 CFR 1910 standards.
- Ability to recognize common workplace hazards and recommend controls.
- Understanding of inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
- Practical experience supporting or managing safety and health programs.
4. Examination Domains
| Domain Name | Weight (%) | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1. OSHA General Industry Regulations and Compliance | 25% | 25 |
| 2. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment | 20% | 20 |
| 3. Safety Program Implementation and Hazard Controls | 20% | 20 |
| 4. Workplace Inspections and Corrective Actions | 15% | 15 |
| 5. Incident Investigation and Prevention Planning | 10% | 10 |
| 6. Communication, Training, and Professional Application | 10% | 10 |
| TOTAL | 100% | 100 |
5. Domain Breakdown
Domain 1: OSHA General Industry Regulations and Compliance
Weight: 25%
Knowledge of:
- OSHA general industry regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- 29 CFR 1910 safety regulation/standard structure and application.
- Regulatory compliance requirements for workplace safety and health programs.
- Use of OSHA standards as a guide for identifying high-hazard areas.
Domain 2: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
Weight: 20%
Knowledge of:
- Recognition of common workplace hazards including chemical, electrical, machinery, ergonomics, and environmental risks.
- Risk assessment methods for prioritizing hazards and exposures.
- Hazard identification, avoidance, control, and prevention concepts.
- Selection of practical control strategies based on observed workplace conditions.
Domain 3: Safety Program Implementation and Hazard Controls
Weight: 20%
Knowledge of:
- Implementation of effective safety programs and hazard control measures.
- Accident prevention strategies and corrective action planning.
- General industry safety and health principles as applied to real-world situations.
- Integration of safety procedures into routine operations.
Domain 4: Workplace Inspections and Corrective Actions
Weight: 15%
Knowledge of:
- Planning and conducting workplace inspections.
- Documenting inspection findings and identifying corrective actions.
- Evaluating facility, maintenance, production, and healthcare work environments.
- Communicating inspection results to supervisors, coordinators, and managers.
Domain 5: Incident Investigation and Prevention Planning
Weight: 10%
Knowledge of:
- Incident investigation principles and root-cause awareness.
- Corrective action planning following accidents, near misses, or identified hazards.
- Use of incident findings to improve hazard control and prevention programs.
- Follow-up activities to verify corrective actions are completed.
Domain 6: Communication, Training, and Professional Application
Weight: 10%
Knowledge of:
- Communicating OSHA requirements and safety expectations to workers and management.
- Supporting training, orientation, and safety awareness activities.
- Applying course knowledge immediately in workplace settings.
- Professional responsibilities for safety supervisors, coordinators, industrial hygienists, facility managers, line supervisors, and program administrators.
6. Additional Information
Course Alignment:
- IASHEP CSHS-GI course page identifies the course as a 4-day intermediate General Industry course.
- The course description identifies 29 CFR 1910 safety regulations/standards as the primary focus.
- The course outcomes include OSHA compliance, hazard identification, safety program implementation, workplace inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
Source: IASHEP course page, Certified Safety Health Specialist - General Industry (CBPSTT), accessed May 14, 2026.