Bloodborne

Pathogens

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Bloodborne Pathogens (OSHA 29CFR 1910.1030)

Written Exposure Control Plan

Exposure DeterminationPPEPost-Exposure EvaluationVaccination ProtocolTraining

Definitions

Bloodborne PathogensExposure IncidentSource IndividualNon-Intact SkinStandard PrecautionsUse of PPE

Bloodborne Pathogens

Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)Liver Disease

» 300,00 new cases each year» No known cure, post-exposure vaccine» Symptoms

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)Newest BBP

» How many will be infected?» Symptoms» AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)» No cure, no vaccine

How Are HIV and HBV Transmitted?

Unprotected Sexual ActivitiesTainted Blood TransfusionsSharing of NeedlesMother to ChildImproper Medical/Dental

Precautions

Standard PrecautionsTreat ALL body fluids as

contaminated.Wear proper PPE.Wash hands thoroughly and

immediately.Prevent injuries from sharp

objects.Use proper containers for disposal.Utilize barriers for mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation.

Hand Washing

What Happens If...?

Report incident to your SupervisorPost-Exposure Evaluation

Source of exposureTest results of source individual’s

bloodTesting of your bloodVaccination programCounseling