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In the event of a needle stick injury, osha's bloodborne pathogen standards apply to protect workers from potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens like hiv, hepatitis b, and hepatitis c.
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Here's how the situation pertains to osha's bloodborne pathogen standards.
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Osha requires employers to have a written exposure control plan that outlines procedures for evaluating and responding to incidents of occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
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This plan should include protocols for reporting needle stick injuries and documenting the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Osha mandates that employers provide post -exposure evaluation and follow -up to workers who experience needle stick injuries or other exposures to blood -borne pathogens.
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This includes offering medical evaluation, counseling, and prophylactic treatment if it's appropriate.
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Osha requires employers to provide training and education to workers who may be at risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens...