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| # | Letters of Interpretation |
|---|---|
| 1 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - Is a single-handed scalpel blade removal device an engineering control under the Bloodborne Pathogens standard? |
| 2 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - OSHA's position on the use of fingers or a two-handed procedure with a hemostat to remove scalpel blades. |
| 3 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - OSHA's position on the use of Q104 needle removal device. |
| 4 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - Applicability of the bloodborne pathogens standard to persons who self-administer injectable medications. |
| 5 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - Needle removal procedures for situations where other methods of disposal are infeasible or required by a specific procedure. |
| 6 | - 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B) - Recapping of contaminated needles. |