Using Universal Precautions with Bloodborne Pathogens.
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May 29, 1998
Janiva Toler, Administrator
The Leaves
1230 Spring Valley Road
Richardson, Texas 75080
Dear Ms. Toler:
This is in response to your letter of February 16, 1998, to our Dallas Regional Office requesting permission for a modified bloodborne pathogen program. Your letter was forwarded to our office for response.