Clarification on when an instructor must be immediately available during a training program.

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 11, 2011

Scott Weisman
Pulse America
2511 Montclaire Circle
Weston, FL 33327

Dear Mr. Weisman:

Appropriate disinfectants for decontamination of blood or OPIM.

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 9, 2010

Ms. Janet Peterson, CRNP
1326 Princess Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Dear Ms. Peterson:

Removal of Contaminated Needles Prior to Disposal.

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 19, 2011
 
MEMORANDUM FOR: MARTHE B. KENT, REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR
 
FROM: THOMAS GALASSI, DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF ENFORCEMENT PROGRAMS

Dental office employers with one or more employees must comply with the OSH Act.

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.

January 9, 2012

David Kennedy, DDS
1068 Alexandria Drive
San Diego, CA 92107

Dear Dr. Kennedy:

Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard during transection of the umbilical cord.

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.

July 13, 2012

Mr. Mark W. Bode, CEO
JoeyMedical / The Utopia Group LLC
6279 Tri-Ridge Blvd., Suite 207
Loveland, OH 45140

Dear Mr. Bode:

Providing the hepatitis B vaccine to companion-sitters who may provide first aid as a collateral duty.

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.

May 16, 2011

Ms. Diane Walker, RN, MS
Griswold International, LLC
717 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19038

Dear Ms. Walker:

OSHA policy on the containerization and disposal of specimen containers used for urine collection in medical settings.

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, 2011

Ms. Jessica Mikuliak, FNP-C
SOME Medical
60 O Street, NW
Washington, DC  20001

Dear Ms. Mikuliak:

Handling of contaminated laundry in long-term care facilities.

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 23, 2011

Mr. Walter Chun
OSHCON, Inc.
1045 Lolena Place.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817

Dear Mr. Chun:

Clarification on whether an employer with multiple facilities needs a separate written ECP for each facility.

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 13, 2011

Mr. William Linn
108 N. Daleville #511
Daleville, AL 36322

Obtaining source individual's consent to release test results.

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 8, 2011

Ms. Deborah A. Cmielewski, Esq.
Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP
220 Park Avenue
PO Box 991
Florham Park, NJ 07932-0991