Hand protection selection/usage while handling bacterial culture plates in a laboratory.

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 19, 2011


Ms. Terry Jo Gile
Safety Lady, LLC
3300 Magnolia Landing Ln.
North Fort Myers, FL 33917-7806

Occupational exposure during the handling of deployed stun gun darts.

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 11, 2011

Mr. Carson R. Linker 
9515 N.E. 312th Ave.
Camas, WA 98607

Dear Mr. Linker:

Rapid test methods for determining HCV infectivity.

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 29, 2011

Ms. Katherine West
Infection Control/Emerging Concepts, Inc.
7715 Knightshayes Drive
Manassas, Virginia 20111

Dear Ms. West:

Requirement for bloodborne pathogen training to be conducted during working hours.

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 22, 2010

Mr. Peter Error
1106 Courtland Road
Weirton, WV 26062

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.

December 13, 2010

Catherine Rucker, EMT-1
20 Azalea Place
Novato, CA 94949

Dear Ms. Rucker:

Prevention of needlestick injuries caused by the improper removal of Taser darts

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 7, 2010

Ms. Shona Morin
Global Pathogen Solutions, Inc.
P.O. Box 400
Camas, Washington 98607

Dear Ms. Morin:

Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Requirements for Exposure Control Plans

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 1, 2012

Mr. James Richardson
2436 Beach Blvd, D2
Biloxi, MS 39531

Dear Mr. Richardson:

Semiannual Agenda of Regulations

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