Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is a regulation created by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to protect workers from diseases that can be transmitted through blood and other potentially infectious materials. It requires employers to implement safety measures, such as providing training, offering protective equipment, and establishing protocols for handling blood spills and exposure incidents. The goal is to minimize the risk of infections like hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV in the workplace, particularly in healthcare and emergency services settings where exposure risks are higher.