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Effect of OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard on hazardous waste cleanup activities. Fact sheet

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5948743
Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). In addition to healthcare workers, the standard also may affect workers who handle waste potentially contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious material during response actions at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. The purpose of the Fact Sheet is to describe the additional planning, training, and medical surveillance requirements that the new OSHA standard on bloodborne pathogens imposes upon On-Scene Coordinators (OSCs) and Remedial Project Managers (RPMs) during a Superfund response action.
Research Organization:
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC (United States). Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response
OSTI ID:
5948743
Report Number(s):
PB-93-963419/XAB; OSWER--9360.0-31FS
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English