What is COVID-19 in Healthcare Environments (OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard)?
The COVID-19 in Healthcare Environments course provides healthcare workers with essential guidance to reduce exposure to the virus and comply with OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). Participants learn how COVID-19 spreads, the protective measures required in healthcare settings, and the proper use of PPE, distancing, and hygiene practices. The training also covers vaccination, testing, contact tracing, and safe return-to-work procedures, equipping employees to maintain a safer environment for themselves, their patients, and their colleagues.
Course Overview
This COVID-19 in Healthcare Environments online course explains the safety requirements outlined in OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) and provides clear guidance for reducing the spread of COVID-19 in healthcare settings. Healthcare employees face a higher risk of exposure, making it essential to understand the precautions, procedures, and controls needed to stay safe at work.
The course reviews the required COVID-19 Plan, including engineering and administrative controls, screening protocols, and protective measures. Learners explore how the virus spreads, the role of vaccination, testing and tracing expectations, and how employers are required to protect their teams. Practical instruction on hand hygiene, touch discipline, distancing, and respiratory etiquette helps reinforce everyday prevention. The course also covers what to do if symptoms develop and how to return to work safely following illness.
By the end, workers will have the knowledge needed to understand ETS requirements and maintain a safer healthcare environment.
TOPIC OVERVIEW
COVID-19 continues to present challenges for healthcare professionals. Understanding how the virus spreads, the controls required under OSHA’s ETS, and the personal actions that reduce exposure risk helps protect workers, patients, and visitors.
COURSE TOPICS
The COVID-19 Plan and Required Precautions
- Employer plan requirements
- Protective measures and controls
- Screening and administrative processes
Physical Considerations & Administration
- Airflow and physical barriers
- PPE guidance
- Facility-level responsibilities
The Coronavirus, Vaccination, Testing & Tracing
- How the virus spreads
- Vaccination considerations
- Testing protocols
- Contact tracing expectations
Hand Washing & Touch Discipline
- Effective hand hygiene
- Minimizing high-contact surface exposure
Social Distancing & Respiratory Etiquette
- Proper distancing
- Masking and respiratory precautions
If You Think You’re Getting Sick
- Symptoms to watch for
- When to report illness
- Immediate next steps
Returning to Work During the Pandemic
- Clearance requirements
- Safe reintegration after illness
COURSE DURATION
Approximately 30 minutes.
PASS MARK
A score of 80% is required to pass. The course can be taken up to three times.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
A printable certificate is available for download upon successful completion.
