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Bloodborne Pathogens Program

ThisExposure Control Plan covers George Mason University personnel whose job duties include risk of reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to human blood and/or Other Potentially Infectious Materials (OPIM) and complies with 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens. Elements of this Exposure Control Plan include universal precautions, exposure determination work practice controls, personal protective equipment (PPE), housekeeping, HIV research facilities, hepatitis B vaccination and post-exposure evaluation and follow-up, communication of hazards, recordkeeping, and program evaluation.

The following documents and forms provide additional information and resources for implementation of the Exposure Control Plan:

• First Report of Accident Form
• Hepatitis B Immunization Declination Form
• Release of Immunization Records Form

Related Information:

• Laboratory Safety Manual
• Medical Surveillance Program
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
• Workers' Compensation department within Human Resources and Payroll

Training:

• Bloodborne Pathogens