Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens are pathogenic microorganisms that can cause disease in humans. The purpose of the Bloodborne Pathogen program is to eliminate or minimize potential occupational exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens.
EHSS maintains an Exposure Control Plan for operational personnel.
Employees with a reasonable risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens should be provided with the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine. The Hepatitis B vaccine is available through University Health and Bengal Pharmacy. This vaccination is provided at no cost to the employee. To receive a vaccination at University Health, complete the Hepatitis B Immunization Consent/Waiver form.
All employees with a reasonable risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens should be offered the vaccine after receiving required Bloodborne Pathogens training and within 10 days of initial assignment to their job.
Clinical and research areas that may result in exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens or other potentially infectious materials should complete a Site Specific Exposure Control Plan.