Safe Medical Systems' SNR sharps collection system.

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.

September 25, 1997

Mr. William M. Wagner, President
Hospital Waste Management, Inc.
249 Hardage Drive
Marietta, GA 30064

Dear Mr. Wagner:

Alternatives to latex or vinyl may be used for protective gloves to comply with the OSHA 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.

November 13, 1997

Jolene Shaw
Occupational Safety & Health Officer
Thomas Jefferson University
Office of Environmental Health and Safety
Suite 1630-Edison Building
130 S. 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Dear Ms. Shaw:

Application of glove monitoring devices to aid in the detection of gloves that fail during medical procedures.

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.

October 28, 1997

The Honorable Brian P. Bilbray
US House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Bilbray:

This is in response to your letter dated July 7, concerning the application of glove monitoring devices to aid in the detection of gloves that fail during medical procedures. Your letter requests that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommend the use of these devices to prevent transmission of diseases in the workplace. Please accept my apology for the delay in this response.

Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard for employees who work as companion-sitters in private homes.

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 17, 1997

Patricia O'Malley, Esquire
Special Care, Inc.
707 Bethlehem Pike
Erdenheim, Pennsylvania 19038

Dear Ms. O'Malley:

OSHA doesn't regulate latex gloves for food preparation

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 7, 1998

Ms. Jennifer Sabas
Chief of Staff
Prince Kuhio Federal Building
Room 7325
300 Ala Moana Boulevard
Honolulu, HI 96850-4975

Dear Ms. Sabas:

Thank you for your letter of November 20, 1997, regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations requiring the use latex gloves by food service workers.

The requirements for disposal of contaminated waste once the needle has been destroyed.

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 26, 1997

Barry Benton, Manager
Needle Safe, L.L.C.
4150 S. 100th E. Avenue
Suite 305
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74146

Dear Mr. Benton:

The use of telephones in training to meet the requirements of the 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 26, 1997

Lorena C. Argo, SRNS
Florida State Hospital
Staff Development
Florida State Hospital
Post Office Box 1000
Chattahoochee, Florida 32324-1000

Dear Ms. Argo:

Disinfectants claiming efficacy against the Hepatitis B virus.

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 1, 1997

Mr. Thomas H. Bach
Technical Services Manager
Reckitt & Colman Inc.
225 Summit Avenue
Montvale, New Jersey 07645-1575

Dear Mr. Bach:

Information related to 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.

December 30, 1996

Mr. William M. Honan
Horn, Goldberg, Gorny, Plackter
& Weiss
Citicenter Building
1300 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 500
Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401-7278

Dear Mr. Honan:

Procedure to follow when Hepatitis B vaccine schedule is interrupted.

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 19, 1998

Mr. Phillip Pampinella
Assistant Administrator
Fort Myers Nursing Agency
3949 Evans Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33901

Dear Mr. Pampinella;