HAZWOPER 40 - Lesson 24: Blood borne Pathogens: Revisions and Additions to OSHA Standards

HAZWOPER 40 - Lesson 24: Blood borne Pathogens: Revisions and Additions to OSHA Standards Lesson Description - ANS Because occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens from accidental sharps injuries in healthcare and other occupational settings continues to be a serious problem, OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) was modified to more precisely, and in greater detail, describe OSHA's requirement for employers to identify, evaluate, and implement safer medical devices. The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act was signed into law to accomplish these goals. OSHA revised the Standard to reduce needlesticks among healthcare workers and others who handle medical sharps in occupational settings. This lesson covers the revisions and additions to OSHA's bloodborne pathogen standards. The lesson provides a detailed examination of why the revisions were made, the effect of the revisions, and the specific revisions. Learning Objectives - ANS At the completion of this lesson, you will be able to: Discuss the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act. Explain the purpose for, and effect of, revision of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standards. Describe specific revisions to the Bloodborne Pathogen Standards. Summarize OSHA's Revisions to 1910.1030.