Bloodborne pathogens standard's and a Hepatitis B consent form.

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.

August 12, 1992

Ms. Elsie Toseki, RN
Miners Hospital of Northern Cambria
Crawford Avenue and First Street
Spangler, PA 15775

Dear Ms. Toseki:

This is in response to your letter of May 13, requesting review of the hepatitis B consent form and policy statement developed for your facility.

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to product, purification/distillation - sterilization/disinfection 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.

August 10, 1992

James H. O'Connor, DMD
Health Care Consultant
Enterprises, Inc.
5552 Baywater Drive
Tampa, FL 33615

Dear Dr. O'Connor:

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to the coverage of housekeepers and laundry attendants in a hotel environment.

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.

August 7, 1992

Mr. Kevin A. Kruse
Director of Loss Prevention
The Ritz-Carlton
600 Stockton at California Street
San Francisco, California 94108

Dear Mr. Kruse:

This is in response to your letter of June 22, in which you requested an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Specifically, you asked about the coverage of housekeepers and laundry attendants in a hotel environment.

Various questions on OSHA standards

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 1, 1992

Ms. Deborah M. Atwood
American Meat Institute
P.O. Box 3556
Washington, D.C. 20007

Dear Ms. Atwood:

Bloodborne pathogens standard requirements regarding employees performing residential services.

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 4, 1992

The Honorable Carroll Hubbard
House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Hubbard:

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to beverage consumption at nurses stations.

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 4, 1992

The Honorable Tom Daschle
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510

Dear Senator Daschle:

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to labeling of laundry, OnGard Needle recapping device, and laundering uniforms.

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.

Note: See OSHA Compliance Directive CPL 2-2.69, November 2001, Section XIII.D.5. regarding recapping of needles.

September 15, 1992

Ms. Kathy Hogan, RN
St. Joseph's Hospital
Infection Control
77 North Airlite
St. Elgin, IL 60123-4912

Dear Ms. Hogan:

Using gloves in administering routine injections.

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 1, 1992

Ms. Jalene Kindred
Boise Valley Asthma and Allergy Clinic
901 N. Curtis Road
Suite 100
Boise ID 83706

Dear Ms. Kindred:

This is in response to your letter in which you requested clarification concerning the use of gloves in administering routine injections under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation, 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens."

Bloodborne Pathogens standard's interpretation of containerization of reusable 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.

September 1, 1992

Mr. John B. Tullner, D.D.S.
Infection Control Consultant
Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Ctr.
50 Irving Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20422


Dear Dr. Tullner:

This is in response to your letter of June 18, requesting clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens."

Bloodborne pathogen standard's applicability to non-health care industries.

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.

August 28, 1992

The Honorable Brock Adams
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

Dear Senator Adams: