OCTO Training

Healthcare workers face a different mix of hazards than almost any other workforce. Needlesticks, infectious disease exposure, hazardous chemicals, radiation, and heavy patient handling are all part of a normal shift. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) addresses these risks through several overlapping standards, and training runs through nearly all of them. This guide walks through the specific OSHA training requirements that apply to hospitals, clinics,