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Bloodborne Pathogen Control Program: Guideline for Occupational Exposure Safety

This document outlines the Bloodborne Pathogen Control Program as mandated by the OSHA Act to ensure safe practices for personnel exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Key pathogens of concern include HIV and Hepatitis B & C viruses. The program covers the development of exposure control plans, implementation of work practice controls, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Essential procedures include immediate reporting of exposure incidents and the provision of medical evaluations. This program is crucial for safeguarding the health of workers in at-risk environments.

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Bloodborne Pathogen Control Program: Guideline for Occupational Exposure Safety

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  1. BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN CONTROL PROGRAM

  2. References MCO 5100.8F, Chapter 21

  3. Bloodborne Pathogens Program OSH Act requires safe practices for personnel occupationally exposed to bloodborne pathogens Applies to all activities in which occupational exposures to potential bloodborne pathogens occur

  4. Background * Bloodborne pathogens of concern: - Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) - Hepatitis B & C viruses (HBV, HCV) * Other bloodborne pathogens exist, but generally are not occupationally transmitted in significant numbers

  5. Exposure Control Plan Commands shall consult local medical treatment facilities when developing exposure control plans for covered personnel that directly support their activities

  6. Exposure Control Plan (CONT’D) • Common elements of an effective exposure control plan includes: • (1) Identification of job classification • (2) Schedule of how and when provisions of the • standard will be implemented and how it will • be communicated to employees • (3) Procedures for evaluating circumstances of an • exposure incident • (4) Procedures for implementing work practice controls and • PPE requirements

  7. Work Practice Controls Ensure work practice controls are implemented! (1) Equipment which may become contaminated with blood shall be cleaned and disinfected (2) If you have been exposed to blood, wash the potentially contaminated areas with soap and water as soon as possible then wipe the area with disinfecting bleach solution (3) Clean-up of contaminated area shall be carried out by donning PPE to include gloves and eye protection

  8. Personal Protective Equipment • PPE must be accessible and available in appropriate sizes. PPE must be kept clean and in good repair • Single use gloves must be replaced as soon as possible after they are contaminated, torn, or punctured, and will not be re-used under any circumstances. Provide “Latex Free” Gloves to personnel who may be “First Responders” in Combat Situations

  9. Exposure Incident * All exposures will be reported, and an immediate and confidential medical evaluation shall be provided * Concerns on bloodborne pathogens should be directed to the installation safety office, medical treatment facility or industrial hygienist

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