| Interpretations |
"Freehand" piercing without the use of forceps or other engineering controls violates the bloodborne pathogens standard [1910.1030; 1910.1030(d)(2)(i)]
| 12/08/2005 | National |
| Interpretations |
Abortion clinics do not comply with OSHA regulations and guidelines (1910.1200; 1910.1030)
| 12/13/1994 | National |
| Interpretations |
Acceptability of DOT labeling requirements in lieu of OSHA's labeling requirements for shipments of biohazardous materials. [1910.1030(g)(1)(i)]
| 09/08/2005 | National |
| Interpretations |
Acceptability of using a straight needle where there's no exposure to blood or OPIM.[1910.1030]
| 06/04/2001 | National |
| Interpretations |
Acceptable time lapse for "annual" training [1910.1030; 1910.1030(g)(2)(v)]
| 01/24/2007 | National |
| Interpretations |
Acceptable use of antiseptic-hand cleansers for bloodborne pathogen decontamination and as an appropriate handwashing practice.[1910.1030; 1910.1030(d)(2)(v); 1910.1030(d)(2)(vi)]
| 03/31/2003 | National |
| Interpretations |
Albumin Human USP and the standard [1910.1030]
| 04/13/1993 | National |
| Interpretations |
Alternatives to latex or vinyl be used for protective gloves to comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard [1910.1030]
| 11/13/1997 | National |
| Interpretations |
American Dental Association "Checklist" [1910.1030]
| 02/16/1993 | National |
| Interpretations |
Annual BBP training requirement for employees who have been provided more stringent training under 32 CFR Part 627 and the CDC-NIH BMBL publication. [1910.1030; 1910.1030(g)(2)(ii)]
| 01/09/2007 | National |
| Interpretations |
Annual training required by the occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogen standard [1910.1030]
| 08/31/1997 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of 1910.1030 to establish human cell lines [1910.1030]
| 06/21/1994 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of bloodborne pathogens standard to athletic trainers; handling of contaminated laundry.[1910.1030; 1975.3(d)]
| 09/25/2000 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to emergency responders, decontamination, housekeeping, and good samaritan acts [1910.1030]
| 12/04/1992 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of bloodborne pathogens standard to first aid providers at drilling operations [1910.1030]
| 10/22/1992 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of bloodborne pathogens standard to first aid providers at electric cooperatives [1910.1030]
| 10/23/1992 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to HCV [1910.1030]
| 03/25/1999 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of bloodborne pathogens to non-incorporated business owners and discarded feminine hygiene products [1910.1030]
| 06/25/1992 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard to the containment and disposal of electric razors in correctional facilities and health care settings.
| 01/02/2008 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard to the use of safety needles with self-infuse bleeing products [1910.1030]
| 10/24/2007 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard for employees who work as companion-sitters in private homes [1910.1030]
| 04/17/1997 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard to emergency response employees [1910.1030]
| 09/12/1995 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the bloodborne pathogens standard to persons who self-administer injectable medications.1910.1030(b); 1910.1030(d)(2)(i); 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii)(B); 1910.1030(d)(4)(iii)(A)
| 09/06/2005 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the bloodborne pathogens standard to tag attachment devices in garment industries.[1910.1030(a); 1910.1030(b); 1910.1030(c)(2)]
| 08/12/1994 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to the municipal solid waste industry.[1910.1030(b); 1910.1030(f); 1910.1030(c)(2)]
| 01/02/2003 | National |
| Interpretations |
Applicability of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard to the tattoo and body piercing industries [1910.1030(a); 1910.1030(c)(2); 1910.1030(d)(2)(vii); 1910.1030]
| 07/29/2002 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application and enforcement of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard in a barber shop.[1910.1030]
| 11/08/1996 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of 1910.1030 (HBV vaccination series) to police, firefighters, and accident investigators.[1910.1030(f)(1)(ii)(D); 1960.16; 1975.5]
| 05/03/2000 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of glove monitoring devices to aid in the detection of gloves that fail during medical procedures [1910.1030]
| 10/28/1997 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens standard to contractors who clean up blood following accidents. [1910.1030; 1910.1030(b); 1910.1030(d)(4)(iii)(B); 1910.1030(d)(4)(iii)(C); 1910.1030(g)(1); 1910.1030(g)(1)(i); 1910.1030(g)(1)(i
| 05/22/2007 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, to employees in wastewater treatment plants [1910.1030]
| 07/30/2007 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of provisions of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard to Funeral and Nursing Homes [1910.1030]
| 06/01/1992 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of standard to more than health care workers [1910.1030]
| 06/24/1993 | National |
| Interpretations |
Application of the bloodborne pathogens standard to veterinary clinics [1910.1030]
| 10/15/2002 | National |
| Interpretations |
Appropriate disinfectants for decontamination of blood or OPIM [1910.1030; 1910.1030(d)(4)(ii)(A)]
| 03/09/2010 | National |
| Interpretations |
Appropriate quality standards for PPE. [1910.1030]
| 07/01/1994 | National |
| Interpretations |
Appropriateness of the usage of video presentations in meeting the OSHA bloodborne training requirements [1910.1030]
| 08/28/1996 | National |
| Interpretations |
Approval for cut and puncture resistant gloves [1910.1030]
| 05/28/1996 | National |
| Interpretations |
Approval for use of needle disposal systems; incineration not prohibited [1910.1030]
| 01/21/1998 | National |
| Interpretations |
Background of standards [1910.120; 1910.1030]
| 11/20/1992 | National |