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BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS

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Introduction

To minimize or eliminate the risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, OSHA issued the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. This standard prescribes actions that employers must take to reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace.

Actions to reduce the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace include:
  • The use of engineering and work practice controls
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Training
  • Medical surveillance
  • Hepatitis B vaccinations
  • Signs and labels
  • Other provisions.

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