934AWI48-104 — 934 Aw Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure Control Procedures

934AWI48-104 governs blood borne pathogen exposure control procedures for the 934th Airlift Wing.

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  • Publication number: 934AWI48-104
  • Title: 934 AW BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE CONTROL PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2024-06-05

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It defines blood borne pathogen terms, exposure categories, protective controls, regulated waste, and universal precautions. It requires exposure-risk groups to follow the Blood-borne Pathogen Program and receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series.

Applies to: This AWI applies to all military and civilian workers at the 934 AW who may encounter routine or non-routine occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens including Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Topics covered

  • Blood borne pathogen exposure
  • Biohazard labels
  • Contaminated sharps
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Regulated waste
  • Universal precautions
  • Hepatitis B vaccination

Questions and answers

What must a biohazard label contain?

The biohazard label shall have the biohazard symbol, the word BIOHAZARD,and be fluorescent orange or orange-red, with lettering or symbols in a contrasting color. (paragraph 2)

What counts as occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens?

Employee skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that results from the performance of duties. (paragraph 2)

How are human blood and certain body fluids treated under universal precautions?

According to the concept of Universal Precautions, all human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens. (paragraph 2)

What is considered personal protective equipment?

Specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard. (paragraph 2)

Which workers are required to have the Hepatitis B vaccination series?

Listed below are the workers on the Blood-borne Pathogen Program. These workers are determined to be at risk for exposure to blood or potentially infectious material. In addition, these groups are required to have the Hepatitis B vaccination series. (paragraph 3)

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