1
03/22/2024
Application of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard to digital rectal examinations for rectal foreign bodies
2
02/08/2023
Is a single-handed scalpel blade removal device an engineering control under the Bloodborne Pathogens standard?
3
01/06/2017
Use of reusable microblading tools in the cosmetic tattoo industry
4
03/22/2016
Clarification of work practice controls when using needless connectors
5
07/13/2012
Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard during transection of the umbilical cord.
6
11/24/2008
OSHA's position on the use of Novartis' Fluvirin device.
7
09/09/2008
OSHA's position on the use of lancets or lancing devices without safety-engineered features for finger prick blood sampling in the workplace.
8
05/05/2008
Clarification of the use and selection of BBP safety devices.
9
06/21/2007
Whether the BD SmartSlip™ is an acceptable safety-engineered device under 1910.1030.
10
03/02/2007
Requirements for safety-engineered sharps for stockpiled pandemic influenza vaccines and pre-filled syringes.
11
01/29/2007
Whether shielding is required when removing Becton Dickinson's blood tubes with a Hemoguard® closure.
12
12/08/2005
"Freehand" piercing without the use of forceps or other engineering controls violates the bloodborne pathogens standards.
13
09/06/2005
Applicability of the bloodborne pathogens standard to persons who self-administer injectable medications.
14
06/03/2005
Definition of contaminated sharps; engineering controls and good work practice controls must be implemented; ECP must be reviewed annually.
15
03/28/2005
Containment and disposal requirements for disposable razors used in long-term health care facilities for personal grooming.
16
09/01/2004
Limiting factors for implementing the use of engineering controls, i.e., safety scalpels, under the Bloodborne Pathogens standard.
17
05/27/2004
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard application to bifurcated needles; acceptability and appropriateness of safety bifurcated needles.
18
04/20/2004
Clarification from OSHA regarding the use of the NeedleguardTM in a hospital environment.
19
08/19/2003
Recapping of contaminated needles used in body piercing.
20
03/19/2003
Engineering control requirements for allergy and immunization injections.
21
02/20/2003
Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act and the requirement to include safety-engineered sharps devices in pre-packaged surgical kits or trays.
22
11/21/2002
Safer medical devices must be selected based on employee feedback and device effectiveness, not Group Purchasing Organizations.
23
09/12/2002
Needle destruction device use as an engineering control for the Bloodbore Pathogens standard.
24
11/26/2001
Response to the American Academy of Pediatrics regarding the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act.
25
02/09/2001
Use of engineering and work practice controls during pouring of blood or OPIM.
26
01/11/2001
Labeling requirements under the HAZCOM and Laboratory standards;use of safe needle devices.
27
12/15/2000
Engineering controls must be used to prevent needlesticks where feasible.
