Healthcare workers who prepare, handle, or administer hazardous drugs—including medications used for cancer therapy, certain antiviral drugs, hormone agents, and bioengineered drugs—or who work in areas where these drugs are present, may face exposure risks in the workplace.
This course covers strategies to reduce exposure and injury risks when working with hazardous drugs in pharmaceutical and healthcare settings. It also addresses workplace violence risks that can arise in environments where hazardous drugs are handled.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Explain potential health effects from exposure to hazardous drugs in the pharmaceutical industry. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Identify healthcare and pharmaceutical employees who may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, with examples. |
| LO 1.1.3 | Describe workplace programs and regulatory requirements for managing exposure to dangerous drugs. |
| LO 1.1.4 | Outline employer and employee responsibilities for safe handling of hazardous drugs. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Discuss best practices for using personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous drugs. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Recognize other potential hazards in pharmacies, including workplace violence and ergonomic risks. |
| LO 1.3.2 | Explain procedures for evaluating workplace violence prevention programs and conducting security analyses. |