Bloodborne pathogen standard's applicability to employees dealing with individuals who have developmental disabilities.

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 John A. Boehner
House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Boehner:

Bloodborne pathogens in the healthcare industry, request for variance.

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 27, 1992

Ms. Tracy Mullin
President
National Retail Trade Association
Suite 710
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004

Dear Ms. Mullin:

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to oilfield industry and other 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.

September 9, 1992

Mr. Mike Clark
Executive Vice President
Association of Oilwell
Servicing Contractors
Suite 428
6060 North Central Expressway
Dallas, Texas 75206

Dear Mr. Clark:

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to employees trained in first aid around electrical lines

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 David Pryor
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

Dear Senator Pryor:

This is in response to your letter of July 2, on behalf of your constituent, Carl S. Whillock, regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation, 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Please accept our apology for the delay in this response.

Bloodborne Pathogen standard's application to feminine hygiene products.

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 8, 1992

John J. Sredniwaski
Material Safety Engineer
AIL Systems, Inc.
Commack Rd.
Deer Park, NY 11729

Dear Mr. Sredniwaski:

This is in response to your letter of August 7, regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Specifically, you requested a written interpretation on the coverage of feminine hygiene products as regulated waste.

Bloodborne pathogens standard's costs and necessity.

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 15, 1992

The Honorable Joseph Lieberman
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

Dear Senator Lieberman:

This is in response to your letter of September 10, on behalf of your constituent, Dr. Jonathan S. Appelbaum, regarding his concerns about the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." He expressed concerns about the necessity for the standard, and the standard's requirements and costs.

Applicability of bloodborne pathogens standard to first aid providers at drilling operations

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 22, 1992

Mr. Larry G. Richardson
Director of Safety and Training
Noble Drilling Services, Inc.
Suite 400
10370 Richmond Avenue
Houston, Texas 77042

Dear Mr. Richardson:

This is in response to your letter of August 31, regarding the applicability of 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens", to drilling operations. We apologize for the delay in this response.

The StopStix resheathing device is not acceptable to the bloodborne pathogen 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.

October 2, 1992

Ms. Margaret Flanagan-Wilkie
Hart Healthcare Industries, Inc.
22775 Savi Ranch Parkway,
Ste. C
Yorba Linda, CA 92687

Dear Ms. Flanagan-Wilkie:

This is in response to your letter of July 31 requesting clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Specifically, you asked if your StopStix resheathing device meets the intent of the standard.

Bloodborne pathogen standard's applicability to the oil drilling 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.

October 2, 1992

Mr. Kenneth L. Fischer
Director, Committee Operations
Accident Prevention Committee
International Association
of Drilling Contractors
Post Office Box 4287
Houston, Texas 77210-4287

Dear Mr. Fischer:

Bloodborne pathogen standard as it applies to a nursing personnel service.

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 2, 1992

Mr. Emil Hansel
Chief Financial Officer
1515 South Federal Highway
Suite 210
Boca Raton, Florida 33432

Dear Mr. Hansel: