Chemical Hygiene Plan and Safety Manual - LP3050.3 Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan

6.5 The clinical laboratory area is to be segregated from any other testing being performed in the laboratory The clinical area is only to be accessed by trained and authorized personnel

7.0 Exposure Determination:

7 1 Due to the nature of the tests performed at Purity using dried blood and serum spots, everyday sample testing will provide minimum risk for pathogen exposure However, verification of testing methods will require the use of liquid whole blood and serum samples

7.2 Exposure to a bloodborne pathogen is due to everyday tasks performed in the laboratory; known as occupational routes of exposure. Occupational routes of exposure are the most likely sources where an employee will be most susceptible to pathogenic material.

7.3 The bodily route in which a pathogen will take once a person is exposed to pathogenic material is known as a human route of exposure.

7.4 In the event of an exposure, follow Section 11.0 Exposure Incident.

7.5 Occupational Routes of Exposure:

7.5.1 Analysis of whole blood or serum samples

7.5.2 Creating dried spots from whole blood or serum

7.5.3 Disposal of contaminated items

7.5.4 Decontamination of work areas upon completion of testing

7 6 Human Routes of Exposure:

7 6 1 Percutaneous Injuries: injuries that result from needle sticks, cuts or abrasions from a contaminated item These injuries are especially critical due to direct path to the bloodstream

7 6 2 Inhalation of Aerosols: some testing and sample preparation requires the use of sonicators and vortexes This could cause the aerosolization of the materials within Face shields and eye protection will be provided to minimize the risk

7 6 3 Mucous Membrane: mucocutaneous exposure can occur due to splashes of potentially contaminated material to the eyes, nose or mouth. Face shields and eye protection will be provided to minimize the risk.

7.6.4 Ingestion: accidental ingestion of potentially contaminated material can occur when proper hygiene policies are not being followed. All personnel are to be trained in LP3001-3012 Chemical Hygiene and Safety Manual to minimize this risk.