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Safety and Health Topics
Bloodborne Pathogens and Needlestick Prevention

Workers in many different occupations are at risk of exposure to bloodborne
pathogens such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS. First aid team
members, housekeeping personnel in some settings, and nurses are examples of
workers who may be at risk of exposure. In 1991, OSHA issued the Bloodborne
Pathogens Standard to protect workers from this risk. In 2001, in response
to the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act, OSHA revised the Bloodborne
Pathogens Standard 29 CFR 1910.1030. The revised standard clarifies the need
for employers to select safer needle devices and to involve employees in
identifying and choosing these devices. The updated standard also requires
employers to maintain a log of injuries from contaminated sharps.