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OSHA and Blood Cleanup at Work

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard applies to occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials in covered workplaces. It includes requirements involving exposure control, engineering and work-practice controls, personal protective equipment, housekeeping, training, recordkeeping and other protections.

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Safety note: Do not disturb an active or restricted scene. Avoid direct contact with blood, sharps, or unknown biological material. If anyone is in immediate danger, contact emergency services.

Universal precautions

OSHA requires universal precautions for blood and other potentially infectious materials covered by the standard. In practical terms, human blood is treated as potentially infectious rather than judged by appearance or assumptions about the person involved.

Cleaning and decontamination

The standard addresses cleaning and decontaminating work surfaces after contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials and includes requirements for handling regulated waste.

Use the actual standard for compliance

This page is general information, not a compliance determination for a specific workplace. Employers should consult 29 CFR 1910.1030 and qualified safety guidance for their circumstances.

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Sources & references

Primary source: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 and OSHA Quick Reference Guide.

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