In over 20 years as a safety professional, many scenarios have presented persistent and preventable risks. One of the most concerning is exposure to bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) in healthcare settings.

“Do I really have to train physicians in bloodborne pathogens? OSHA doesn’t require them to undergo training like the rest of the practice’s staff, does it?” asked the safety officer from a large ...

In compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Standard, all employees who are considered at risk of occupational exposure to BBP shall be ...

This program was developed and written by the Environmental Health & Safety Department (EHS) and is considered the campus standard for protecting faculty, staff, and students from exposure to ...

In compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Standard, all employees who are considered at risk of occupational exposure to BBP shall be ...

Bloodborne pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses, are present in blood and body fluids and can cause disease in humans. The bloodborne pathogens of primary concern are hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and ...