Evaluation of raw sewage as regulated waste; product label compliance with the bloodborne pathogens standard.

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 28, 1995

David L. Trimble, President
Milieu Systems Corporation
1632 Enterprise Parkway
Twinsburg, OH 44087

Dear Mr. Trimble:

This is in further response to your letter of June 20, 1995 concerning interpretation of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, and your request for confirmation that your product label complies with paragraph 1910.1030(g)(1)(i) of the standard.

Bloodborne Pathogens Standard applicability to radiopharmaceutical use.

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 18, 1998

Mr. Jack Coffey
Syncor International Corporation
6464 Canoga Avenue
Woodland Hills, CA 91367-2407

Dear Mr. Coffey;

Disposal methods for blood collection tubes.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

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 13, 2000

Mr. Steve Blazejewski
Collection Systems Product Manager
Kendall Healthcare Products Company
15 Hampshire Street
Mansfield, MA 02048

Dear Mr. Blazejewski:

Thank you for your February 1 letter addressed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Office of Health Compliance Assistance (OHCA). You have a question regarding the disposal of plastic blood collection tubes. Your question is outlined below, followed by OSHA's response.

Bloodborne pathogens: OSHA acceptance of DOT "Infectious Substances" label.

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 21, 1999

Michael Sweeney
Vice President, Business Development
World Courier, Inc.
4201 W. Tilghman Street
Allentown, PA 18104

Dear Mr. Sweeney:

Labeling requirements for packages used to ship blood or OPIM.

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.

September 17, 2002

Mr. Jon Carter
U.S. Department of Transportation
Research and Special Programs Administration
4400 Will Rogers Parkway
Suite 218
Oklahoma City, OK 73108

Dear Mr. Carter:

Acceptability of DOT labeling requirements in lieu of OSHA's labeling requirements for shipments of biohazardous materials.

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.

September 8, 2005

Ms. Kathleen M. Caldwell, MT (ASCP)
Sr. Project Manager
Medpace Laboratories
4620 Wesley Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45212

Dear Ms. Caldwell:

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:

Requirements for the construction of trash receptacles used in operating rooms for the containerization of regulated waste.

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 9, 2007

Mr. William Gavlak
Medical Cost Containment Systems, LLC
P O Box 88327
Atlanta, GA 30356

Dear Mr. Gavlak,