Bloodborne Pathogens Post-Exposure Evaluation and Follow-up

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.

DOL-OSHA-DEP-2020-008 - This document does not have the force and effect of law and is not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.

August 19, 2020

Ms. Yvonne Jones
Infection Prevention and Control Department
Chillicothe VAMC
17273 State Route 104
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601

Dear Ms. Jones:

Application of 1910.1030 (HBV vaccination series) to police, firefighters, and accident investigators.

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 3, 2000

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

Dear Dr. Taylor:

Whether an employer is required to start over an incompleted Hepatitis B vaccination series.

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 1, 2007

Dr. Christopher Johnson
1381 Citrus Tower Boulevard
Suite 103
Clermont, FL 34711

Dear Dr. Johnson;

Providing the hepatitis B vaccine to companion-sitters who may provide first aid as a collateral duty.

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 16, 2011

Ms. Diane Walker, RN, MS
Griswold International, LLC
717 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19038

Dear Ms. Walker: