Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act amplifies the requirements to use safer needle 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 17, 2001

Mr. Michael McDonnell
308 West Montgomery Avenue
North Wales, PA 19454

Dear Mr. McDonnell:

Standard syringes may still be used in certain situations.

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 24, 2001

Mr. Don Hamer
Executive Vice President
Edwards Medical Supply
495 Woodcreek Drive
Bolingbrook, IL 60440

Dear Mr. Hamer:

Means of reducing needlestick exposure hazards.

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.

June 27, 2001

The Honorable Steven C. LaTourette
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515

Dear Congressman LaTourette:

Specifying decontamination disinfectants and procedures

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 10, 2014

Jeffery D. Gilliard, President
Spineboard Decontamination Corporation, Inc.
26 Park Avenue
Rockledge, FL 32955

Dear Mr. Gilliard:

Use of passing trays and single-handed scalpel blade remover in a surgical setting.

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.

December 22, 2005

Dr. Michael Sinnott, MBBS, FACEM, FRACP
PO Box 5677
West End QLD 4101
Australia

Dear Dr. Sinnott: