Below is a comprehensive overview of the key training mandates:
♻️ 1. Medical Waste Disposal Training
Under the California Medical Waste Management Act (MWMA), healthcare facilities are obligated to train staff involved in the generation, handling, storage, treatment, or disposal of medical waste. Key requirements include:(Eco Medical)
Medical Waste Management Plan: Facilities generating over 200 pounds of medical waste per month must develop a detailed plan outlining procedures for handling and disposing of medical waste.(SD Medical Waste)
Staff Training: Personnel must be trained on proper waste segregation, labeling, storage, and disposal practices to ensure compliance and safety.
Regulatory Oversight: The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) oversees compliance through its Medical Waste Management Program. (SD Medical Waste)
For more information, refer to the Medical Waste Management Program.(CDPH)
❤️🩹 2. Cal/OSHA Safety & Health Training
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) mandates various training programs to ensure workplace safety:(CA Dept of Industrial Relations)
Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP): Employers must establish and maintain an effective IIPP, which includes training employees on workplace hazards and safety procedures.(OSHA Education Center)
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Employees with potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials must receive training upon initial assignment and annually thereafter.(Eco Medical)
Hazard Communication Training: Workers exposed to hazardous substances must be trained on proper handling, labeling, and emergency procedures.
Detailed training requirements can be found in the Cal/OSHA Safety & Health Training Requirements.(CA Dept of Industrial Relations)
🚫 3. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
California law requires employers with five or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training: (Callabor Law)
Supervisory Employees: Must receive two hours of training every two years. (MedTrainer)
Non-Supervisory Employees: Must receive one hour of training every two years.
New Hires and Promotions: Training must be completed within six months of hire or promotion. (HSI)
The training should cover topics such as identifying harassment, reporting procedures, and bystander intervention.
Employers must maintain records of training completion for at least two years. (HIPAA Exams)
For comprehensive guidelines, refer to the Sexual Harassment Prevention Training FAQ. (California Civil Rights Department)
📖 Additional Considerations
Mandated Reporter Training: Healthcare professionals are often mandated reporters and may be required to complete training on recognizing and reporting abuse. (MedTrainer)
HIPAA Training: Training on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is essential to ensure patient privacy and data security.
CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS): Depending on the role, certification in CPR and BLS may be required.