The Bloodborne pathogens in the lab: minimize exposure & prevent infection training is a course for members of the European Biosafety Association (EBSA). EBSA is an association that establishes and communicates best biosafety and biosecurity practices to its members and encourages dialogue and discussions on developing issues. EBSA also represents and defends the collective interests of its members in all areas relating to biosafety and biosecurity, specifically as it relates to emerging legislation in Europe and internationally. Founded in 1996,  the Association has 426 individual members, representing over 24 countries in Europe, as well as other regions. EBSA is a good example of regional cooperation amongst biosafety and biosecurity practitioners. 

The training is a two and a half hour course on how to work safely with blood and blood containing materials in various types of laboratories. The training includes exercises that aim to highlight the safety material covered, and covers relevant International and European regulations, including CEN Workshop Agreement (CEN) 15793:2011  The training is taught by Dana Brehar-Cioflec and Heather Sheeley. The cost of the course is 100 euro for EBSA members. The course is one of several trainings available to EBSA members, as well as other Biosafety and Biosecurity resources. Upcoming EBSA courses available here: https://www.ebsaweb.eu/biosafety-training-courses/upcoming-ebsa-courses.