Compliance with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030.

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 27, 2009

Mr. Joseph Kaye
JK Solutions, Inc.
PO Box 907
East Longmeadow, MA 01028

Dear Mr. Kaye:

OSHA requirements for providing training for first aid, CPR, and BBP for prompt treatment of injured employees at various workplaces.

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 16, 2007

Mr. Charles F. Brogan
Pro Med Training Center, LLC
P.O. Box 374
Front Royal, VA 22630

Dear Mr. Brogan:

Application of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, to employees in wastewater treatment plants.

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 30, 2007

Ms. Carrasquillo López
PRASA Hygiene and Safety Office
Autoridad de Acueductos y Alcantarillados
Oficina de Higiene y Seguridad Ocupacional
PO Box 7066
San Juan, PR 00916-7066

Dear Ms. Carrasquillo López:

Application of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard to contractors who clean up blood following accidents.

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 22, 2007

Mr. Dave Middleton
75 Garden Drive
Montgomery, IL 60538

Dear Mr. Middleton:

Whether employees certified in CPR and use of AED's are covered under the bloodborne pathogens 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.


April 23, 2007

Mr. Scott Weisman
Pulse America
2511 Montclaire Circle
Weston, FL 33327

Dear Mr. Weisman:

Clarification of PPE requirements for phlebotomists performing venipunctures in hospital setting and/or rural outpatient clinics.

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 26, 2007

Mr. Michael Lonigro
Technical Supervisor
ACL Laboratory
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3815 Highland Avenue, Tower 2; Suite 206
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Dear Mr. Lonigro:

Clarification of the use and selection of BBP safety devices.

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 5, 2008

Dr. William A. Hyman
Texas A&M University
Department of Environmental Engineering
233 Zachry Engineering Center
3120 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-3120

Dear Dr. Hyman:

Determining the presence of blood in mixture that comprises raw sewage.

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, 2007

Mr. Allen Cooper
5614 Dalloff Road
Cleveland, OH 44127

Dear Mr. Cooper:

OSHA's position on the use of Novartis' Fluvirin device.

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.

 

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: