Response: Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (BBP) and Alaska CASPA - Code Interpretation.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

November 1, 1996

 

Application and enforcement of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard in a barber shop.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

November 8, 1996

The Honorable Harry Johnston
Palm Beach County Office
1501 Corporate Drive, Suite 250
Boynton Beach, Florida 33426

Dear Congressman Johnston:

Guidance on wearing gloves.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 15, 1992

Ms. Chris Mullaney
Branch Safety Officer
Laboratory of Clinical Medicine
1212 S. Euclid Ave.
Box 5017
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57117

Dear Ms. Mullaney:

This is in response to your letter of January 20, requesting Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance on the wearing of gloves when handling unopened specimen containers. We apologize for the delay in this response.

Bloodborne Pathogens

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 15, 1992

Mr. James R. Cross
Attorney at Law
Infection Control/Emerging Concepts Inc.
Post Office Box 2565
Springfield, Virginia 22152

Dear Mr. Cross:

This is in response to your letter of January 23, in which you requested clarification concerning the training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." We apologize for the delay in this response.

Handwashing requirements.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 9, 1992

Mr. Dean E. Thompson,
Clinical Director
Universal Health Systems, Inc.
1880 Star Batt Drive
Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309

Dear Mr. Thompson:

This is in response to your letter of January 20, regarding the acceptability of the Nebucid 880 "No Touch" Hand Disinfecting System and Dermocol Disinfectant Solution. Please accept our apologies for the delay in our response.

Bloodborne pathogen standard as it relates to top-loading washing machines vs. front-loading washing machines.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 8, 1992

Mr. Charles C. Soros
Chief of Safety
Seattle Fire Department
301 2nd Avenue, South
Seattle, Washington 98104

Dear Chief Soros:

The official policy regarding the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

February 14, 1995

Mr. A. Robert Bogosian, President
Global Biotechnologies
P.O. Box 6207
Cape Elizabeth, Maine 04107

Dear Mr. Bogosian:

This is in response to your letter of November 7, 1994, requesting the official policy regarding the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, and the use of skin care products under latex gloves. Specifically you were interested in the use of mineral oil and other petroleum containing products and how these compounds affect the integrity of latex gloves.

Bloodborne pathogen standard relating to the telecommunications industry.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 6, 1992

Mr. Charles R. Slagle Director,
Loss Prevention
United Telecom United Telecom/US Sprint
Post Office Box 11315
Kansas City, Missouri 64112

Dear Mr. Slagle:

This is in response to your letter of February 5, regarding the applicability of 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens", to the telecommunications industry.

Infectious materials and nail and tissue clippers as sharps.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

April 4, 1992

Susan K. Moore, D.P.M.
1000 Grand Canyon Parkway
Suite LL-1
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60194

Dear Dr. Moore:

This is in response to your letter of March 2, in which you requested clarification concerning the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens."

Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

March 31, 1992

Dr. Richard F. Andree
Executive Vice President
Safety and Health Management Consultants, Inc.
161 William Street
New York, New York 10038

Dear Dr. Andree: