What Jobs are Most at Risk of Exposure?
Occupations with a likely chance of occupational exposure include:
- First aid providers
- Teachers
- Daycare workers
- Housekeepers
- Lab workers
- Firefighters
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics
Medical providers are often exposed to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious material (OPIM).
- Law enforcement agents
- Medical and dental personnel
An employer must review every job classification and make a determination of the potential occupational exposure for that position. Failure to properly identify potential occupational exposure can result in warnings or fines issued by OSHA.
If an occupational exposure does occur, it is important for you to follow the employer's written procedures for handling medical self-care and evaluation, as well as documenting the circumstances of the exposure.
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5-2. What could happen to an employer who doesn’t identify possible occupational exposures to bloodborne pathogens?
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