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Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens (i.e. needlesticks)INFORMATIONBloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that spread disease by contact with blood or other body fluid from an infected person. Diseases such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV can be transmitted if infected blood from one person enters the bloodstream of another person. Bloodborne pathogens can also be present in other body fluids such as semen; vaginal secretions; fluid around the brain, heart, and chest organs; unfixed organs and tissues from living or dead humans; saliva during dental procedures and more. An occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens can occur when, during the performance of your job you get a needlestick or cut from a sharp instrument contaminated with infected blood. Occupational exposures can also occur when infected blood or other body fluid contaminated with infected blood splashes in the eye, nose, mouth or opening in the skin. Occupational Exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens - Information SheetREPORTINGIf you have expereinced an occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, report the incident to a supervisor immediately. Post Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens - EMPLOYEES Post Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens - STUDENTS Written Statement - Incident Report Report of Exposure to Bloodborne PathogensMEDICAL ATTENTIONAn exposure to bloodborne pathogens should be considered a medical urgency. Seek medical evaluation immediately. ASSISTANCEContact Personnel for Exposures to Bloodborne PathogensRESOURCESOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard 1910.1030 |
