The campus Bloodborne Pathogen Program is designed to protect workers from the occupational transmission of diseases potentially present in blood and bodily fluids. Employees at risk of exposure must have:
- Training
- Access to Hepatitis B vaccinations
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
All potentially exposed employees are required to follow the concept of Universal Precautions, which includes the following practices:
- Treat all blood and other potentially infectious body fluids as if infected
- Avoid direct contact with blood and body fluids and contaminated materials
- Wear PPE appropriate for job
- Practice good housekeeping and personal hygiene