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The most common risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens is through sexual transmission of IV drug use.

What are bloodborne pathogens?

Infectious germs that can make people sick are known as bloodborne pathogens. Hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and the human immunodeficiency virus are only a few of these diseases (HIV). Workers may become exposed to bloodborne infections as a result of injuries from needlesticks and other sharps. All workers may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne diseases, including first responders, housekeeping staff in various industries, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

What can be done to control the spread of bloodborne pathogens?

An employer must establish an exposure control strategy for the workplace with specifics on employee safety measures in order to lessen or completely eliminate the risks of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. In accordance with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, the plan must also detail how an employer would apply engineering and work practice controls, personal protective gear, training, medical monitoring, hepatitis B vaccinations, and other requirements.

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