HBV antibody testing is required after vaccination series;HBV booster not required.

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.

March 10, 2000

Christopher S. Taylor, M.D.
Deputy Regional Flight Surgeon
Federal Aviation Administration
Aviation Medicine
Northwest Mountain Region
1601 Lind Avenue, S.W.
Renton, WA 98055-4056

Dear Dr. Taylor:

Periodic serologic testing to monitor antibody concentrations after completion of the hepatitis B vaccine three-dose series is not recommended.

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 9, 2005

Mr. Gary E. Thomas
100 Bohl Drive
Marietta, Ohio 45750

Dear Mr. Thomas:

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: