Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to a checklist for dental offices.

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 28, 1992

Ms. Carole Kolstad
Director,
Federal Agency Relations
American Dental Association
1111 14th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005-5603

Dear Ms. Kolstad:

This is in response to your letter of August 27, requesting assistance in preparation of a compliance checklist for use by dental offices. Specifically, you requested that we review the document you have drafted and concur that "...a dental office that follows this checklist would be in substantial compliance with OSHA regulations...."

Bloodborne pathogens standard's relationship to grocery retailers and wholesalers.

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 17, 1992

Mr. George R. Green
Vice President
Assistant General Counsel
Food Marketing Institute
800 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006-2701

Dear Mr. Green:

Request for a copy of a memorandum dated July 15, 1992 regarding a Sage Products sharps disposal container.

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, 1992

Ms. ReNae A. Nachman
Dinse, Erdmann & Clapp
Attorneys at Law
P.O. Box 988
Burlington, Vermont 05402-0988

Dear Ms. Nachman:

This is in response to your letter of September 9, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) you requested a copy of a memorandum dated July 15, 1991, from Region I to OSHA regarding a Sage Products sharps disposal container.

Bloodborne pathogens standard requirements relating to subculturing microorganisms.

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 30, 1992

Diane O. Fleming, Ph.D.
Committee on Laboratory Practices,
Chair, Subcommittee on Laboratory Safety,
PSAB, ASM
American Society of Microbiology Public and Scientific Affairs Board
1325 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20210

Dear Dr. Fleming:

Bloodborne pathogens and laundering of contaminated articles.

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 4, 1992

Dr. Michael D. Decker, MD, MPH
Department of Preventative
Medicine School of Medicine
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee 37232-2637

Dear Dr. Decker:

This is in response to your letter of July 9, addressed to Dr. Ralph Yodaiken, in which you requested an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Your letter was forwarded to this office for response. We apologize for the delay in this reply.

Bloodborne pathogens standard's application to allergists.

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 4, 1992

 

MEMORANDUM FOR:     MICHAEL G. CONNORS
                   REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

FROM: ROGER A. CLARK, Director Directorate of Compliance Programs

SUBJECT: Application of 29 CFR 1910.1030 to Allergists

The hotel/motel industry and 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.

 

Most frequently asked questions concerning 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.

 

 


Disclaimer

The information contained is this document is not considered a substitute for any provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act) or the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1030, Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Federal/State OSHA Authority

Bloodborne pathogens training requirements.

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 2, 1993

The Honorable Steve Gunderson
U.S. House of Representatives
Post Office Box 247
Black River Falls, Wisconsin 54615-0247

Dear Congressman Gunderson:

This is in response to your letter of December 22, 1992 to Mr. Frederich Drayton in which you requested a clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens." Your letter was referred to us for response.

Cleaning of police uniforms as specified by 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.

April 19, 1993

Mr. Ornel Cotera
President
Fraternal Order of Police
Miami Lodge No. 20
3399 S.W. Third Avenue
Miami, Florida 33145

Dear Mr. Cotera:

This is in further response to your letter of February 12, requesting an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.1030, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens."