COVID-19 in Healthcare Environments (OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard)

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.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

Approximately 30 minutes.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

A score of 80% is required to pass. The course can be taken up to three times.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

A printable certificate is available for download upon successful completion.

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