Any person present in a BU laboratory who has an incident involving potential exposure to an infectious agent is offered immediate access to a medical evaluation from the Research Occupational Health Program (listed below) or the BMC Emergency Department (after hours, holidays, and weekends). Gloves should be worn for touching blood and body fluids or any OPIM, for handling items or surfaces soiled with blood or body fluids, and for performing venipuncture and other vascular access procedures. This determination and the recording activities are done by (Name of responsible person or department). This decision is often both safety-oriented and aesthetic. If you struggled with various answers or want to learn more, BBP training gives you the practical knowledge you can use in your workplace to keep yourself, coworkers, and customers safe. (Name of responsible person or department) is responsible for ensuring that warning labels are affixed or red bags are used as required if regulated waste or contaminated equipment is brought into the facility. They shall establish and implement a written schedule for cleaning and appropriate decontamination based upon the following: Tasks or procedures performed in the area. 0000008024 00000 n PPE is not to be considered a substitute for proper work procedures. Masks and protective eyewear or face shields should be worn during procedures that are likely to generate droplets of blood or OPIM to prevent exposure of mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, and eyes. Bench tops, counters and all other equipment used to work with blood and OPIM must be disinfected at the end of each work day, when work surfaces are contaminated, or after a spill. exposure control plan, a written program outlining the protective measures the employer will take to eliminate or minimize employee exposure incidents. Once the area is clean, you should dispose of cleaning supplies and then PPE in accordance with your plan. The training format will be as follows: (Describe training format, such as audiovisuals, interactive computer programs, classroom instruction, etc.). Care should be taken when collecting each specimen to avoid contaminating the outside of the container and the laboratory form accompanying the specimen. Terms in this set (39) Every medical facility is required by OSHA to have an exposure control plan. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The exposed employees supervisor will obtain a written notice from the healthcare professional and provide a copy to the employee following completion of the medical evaluation. It is the responsibility of (Name of responsible person and/or position) to provide other employers and contractors with information about hazardous chemicals that their employees may be exposed to on a job site and suggested precautions for employees. Additionally, the person who had the accident will also be tested. 0000007093 00000 n A statement that the employee has been notified of the evaluation results, A statement that the employee has been notified of any medical conditions that may arise from the exposure which may require further treatment. (Changes may include an evaluation of safer devices, adding employees to the exposure determination list, etc. This program applies to all work operations in our company where you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals under normal working conditions or during an emergency situation. Due to extreme diversity in organization, procedures, and functions between each of the different departments, schools, and campuses that constitute the University of Nevada, Reno, it is not possible to draft a single policy that adequately covers all requirements of the standard. By design, it is broad in both scope and content. An overview of the OSHA hazard communication standard, The hazardous chemicals present at his/her work area, The physical and health risks of the hazardous chemicals, How to determine the presence or release of hazardous chemicals in the work area, How to reduce or prevent exposure to hazardous chemicals through use of control procedures, work practices and personal protective equipment, Steps the company has taken to reduce or prevent exposure to hazardous chemicals, Procedures to follow if employees are overexposed to hazardous chemicals, How to read labels and MSDSs to obtain hazard information, Location of the MSDS file and written Hazard Communication Program. The most likely way for this to happen is with an accidental finger prick with a needle that was used on someone who has an infectious disease. Reason : Biomedical waste containers when emptied , they are lined with a bag in s . For reusable syringes, a recapping method that prevents accidental needlesticks shall be used (e.g., mechanical device or one-handed technique). Human anatomical parts, organs, tissues and body fluids. An Exposure Control Plan is meant to be a "living" document, used as a source of information for answering bloodborne pathogen-related questions and to help ensure exposure control activities are in place. Assure that the exposed employee is provided with the source individuals test results and with information about applicable disclosure laws and regulations concerning the identity and infectious status of the source individual (e.g., laws protecting confidentiality). After obtaining consent, collect exposed employees blood as soon as feasible after exposure incident, and test blood for HBV and HIV serological status. When revised MSDSs are received, the following procedures will be followed to replace old MSDSs: (Name of responsible person and/or position) is responsible for the Hazard Communication Program and will ensure that all program elements are carried out. Containers are available free of charge from EH&S by request through the. Your plan may also cover additional topics, such as how inmate workers and volunteers are protected. Cuts or punctures of the skin caused by contaminated equipment, tools, scalpels, etc. Masks and protective eyewear should be worn if mucous-membrane contact with blood or OPIM is anticipated. Equipment shall be examined on a regular schedule determined by the manufacturers recommendations or University policies. Occupational Exposure is any reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of the employees duties. Vaccinations for all University employees, including student workers are administered through the Occupational Health Clinic. These methods are: Under normal circumstances, an individual does not know if a patient or a laboratory sample contains a bloodborne pathogen. All personnel listed as exposed personnel must receive general laboratory safety training and Blood borne Pathogen (BBP) training provided by Environmental Health and Safety. Or do you have something that may make you more susceptible to catching BBP, for example, diabetes or an immune disorder? The following requirements apply to medical records of employees with occupational exposures: The following stipulations and informational requirements apply to the training records: A sharps injury log must be maintained for all sharps related incidents for at least five years. MSDSs will be readily available to employees in each work area using the following format: Note: If an alternative to paper copies of MSDSs is used, describe the format and how employees can access them. This manual applies to all BU research activities involving biological agents. Job classifications where some may have exposure. This publication provides general guidance on preparing written plans required by OSHA standards, but should not be considered a definitive interpretation for compliance with OSHA requirements. Grab the wrist of the glove and pull it toward your fingers inside out. They must contain a summary of the training session. Occupational exposure means any reasonably anticipated eye, skin, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact (i.e., needlestick) with blood or other potentially infectious materials). In addition, the. Model Plans and Programs for For example, they know that your HIV only has a .3% chance of transmitting disease through broken skin. Hep B is a virus that causes acute and chronic liver disease and failure. Documentation of refusal of the vaccination is kept at (List location). OSHA.gov, If you are an employer who is required to offer BBP training, you could face fines of up to $14,502 per violation in 2022 plus another fine of the same amount per day if you do not correct the issue. These findings are to be used to determine efficacy of equipment as well as service or maintenance requirements. However, I decline hepatitis B vaccination at this time. This list includes the name of the chemical, the manufacturer, the work area in which the chemical is used, dates of use, and quantity used. These documents will be kept for at least three years at (Location of records). Employees who decline may request and obtain the vaccination at a later date at no cost. The ECP is a key document to assist our organization in implementing and ensuring compliance with the standard, thereby protecting our employees. The Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan is designed to minimize risks to the University community from exposure to human blood, blood products, and other potentially infectious materials, and to meet regulatory expectations mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A description of the device being used (including type and brand), Protective equipment or clothing that was used at the time of the exposure incident (gloves, eye shields, etc. 1. All faculty, staff, students, and visitors who work on BU- or BMC-sponsored projects or at BU facilities are included in the scope of this manual. Proper cleanup is not to be taken lightly. These considerations must be documented. Your unbroken skin comes in contact with blood or bodily fluids. c. Ask a co-worker to remove your gloves. This sharps injury log must maintain confidentiality and shall contain: All records shall be made available to the employee, employee representatives, and OSHA and NIOSH upon request for purposes of review and/or copying. All employees using PPE must observe the following precautions: The procedure for handling used PPE is as follows: ______(may refer to specific procedure by title or number and last date of review; include how and where to decontaminate face shields, eye protection, resuscitation equipment)___________________________________________________________________________. 0000001587 00000 n Appropriate sharps containers can be obtained from EH&S and can be requested using the standard request forms on the, Solid biohazardous waste must be collected in an approved autoclavable biohazard bag and autoclaved prior to disposal. Valid information about the vaccine must be given to the employee so that an informed decision can be made about the effectiveness of the vaccine. Similarly, do not handle contact lenses in these areas. 1. c, 2. d, 3. b, 4. c, 5. d, 6. c, 7. c, 8. b, 9. a, 10. b. Human or animal specimens or infectious cultures, Contaminated animal carcasses, body parts and bedding, Sharps, including hypodermic needles and syringes, Pasteur pipettes, broken medical glassware, scalpel blades, disposable razors, and suture, Wastes from the production of bacteria, viruses, or the use of spores, discarded live and attenuated vaccines, and culture dishes and devices used to transfer, inoculate, and mix cultures. Examples of non-routine tasks are: confined space entry, tank cleaning, and painting reactor vessels. (Name of Responsible person or department) is responsible for maintenance of the required medical records. 0000006128 00000 n Upon identifying these employees, the supervisor must: (NOTE: A model Exposure Control Plan is provided as Appendix A.). Your Exposure Control Plan should include a description of how your facility meets each of the basic elements. The specific engineering controls and work practice controls used are listed below: Sharps disposal containers are inspected and maintained or replaced by (Name of responsible person or department) every (list frequency) or whenever necessary to prevent overfilling. Large-bore reusable needles should be placed in a puncture-resistant container for transport to the reprocessing area. Training must be given upon initial assignment, and on an annual basis thereafter, or whenever modification of an existing job description may affect the employees potential for occupational exposure. Hands should be washed immediately after gloves are removed. Personal protective equipment (PPE) should be part of a BBP exposure control plan. d. Wash your hands with gloves on and then take them off. d. Use disinfectants as outlined in your BBP plan. You know a thing or two about BBP exposure control in the workplace. Such requests should be addressed to (Name of responsible person or department). Engineering and work practice controls must be used to eliminate or minimize exposure to individuals. 0000016008 00000 n Hep C is a virus that causes severe liver inflammation, which can cause irreversible liver damage. Go to Solid Waste Management. Section 080, Biohazardous Waste, is applicable to management of waste that contains, or is contaminated with, bloodborne pathogens. a. He/she will see that any new information is communicated to affected employees. It must be readily available to all workers. Your written plans must be accessible to all employees, either on-line or in an area where they are available for review on all shifts. The University Workers Compensation Office handles needlestick documentation. Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens. An immediate evaluation is important, as efficacy of post-exposure medication for HIV and other infectious agents may be less effective if the initiation of treatment is delayed. Some disinfectants may be ineffective against certain pathogens, but they may also harm surfaces like stainless steel. BBP safety training is based on this science. An immediately available confidential medical evaluation and follow-up will be conducted by (name of licensed health care professional). Place wet contaminated laundry in leak-proof, labeled or colorcoded containers before transport.