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Article: Prepare for occupational bloodborne pathogen exposure.(Liability and the lab)
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- Medical Laboratory Observer
- Article date:
- April 1, 2009
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Q Our lab is reviewing the Blood-borne Pathogen Exposure-Control Plan. We have had few incidents. What concerns should we keep in mind in revising our protocols?
A Most occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens results from a failure to observe precautions or to use appropriate equipment, and the fact that lab personnel perform inherently risky procedures. A good exposure-control plan will address all these concerns, within the context of the overall standards that the Occupational Ssafety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set forth for reducing the risk of occupationally acquired hepatitis and HIV. OSHA issued the first bloodborne pathogen standards in ...