The requirements of OSHA’s bloodborne pathogens standard can be found in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations at 29 CFR 1910.1030. The standard’s requirements state what employers must do to ...

“Do I really have to train physicians in bloodborne pathogens? OSHA doesn’t require them to undergo training like the rest of the practice’s staff, does it?” asked the safety officer from a large ...

In a recent report, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration listed the most frequently cited bloodborne pathogen violations in surgery centers. According to the report, OSHA has increased ...

Although the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard has been around over three decades, it continues to confuse employers. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 is cited 300 to 500 times each year, making it a frequently ...

This course covers the development and implementation of Exposure Control Plans (ECP). Course topics include understanding the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, determing potential exposure and ...

As part of an agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor, Rite Aid Corp. will develop a bloodborne pathogen safety program to better protect retail workers at all of the drugstore chain’s locations ...

The U.S. Department of Labor announced an agreement with Rite Aid to implement a program to better protect employees, including front-end customer service staff, against hazards related to bloodborne ...

Bloodborne pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses, are present in blood and body fluids and can cause disease in humans. The bloodborne pathogens of primary concern are hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and ...

The Facilities Management of the Physical Plant is committed to protecting the health and safety of its employees who may be affected by some of its activities. In accordance with the OSHA Bloodborne ...

Following a complaint to the agency, a Washington, D.C., dental company was cited by OSHA for exposing workers to bloodborne pathogen hazards. A dental clinic has been cited by OSHA for failing to ...