Bloodborne diseases are caused by pathogenic microorganisms, which exist in blood and other bodily fluids. It is essential to know the ways exposure and transmission are most likely to occur in your particular situation, be it providing first aid to an employee, handling blood samples in the laboratory, or cleaning up blood from a workspace.Â
According to OSHA regulations, to reduce or eliminate the hazards of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, an employer must implement an exposure control plan for the worksite with details on employee protection measures. Your increased awareness of bloodborne virus transmission will guide you through creating effective plans.Â
This second video will explore how bloodborne pathogens are transmitted, with examples of common bloodborne viruses.Â