title: Bloodborne pathogens: updating sharps safety.
abstract: OSHA's new compliance directive was a wake-up call telling healthcare employers they must use safer technology and safer work practices.
authors.forename: D E
authors.initials: DE
authors.lastname: Corbin
mesh_terms: D017848:Blood-Borne Pathogens; D004869:Equipment Safety; D006804:Ergonomics; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006282:Health Personnel / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D016602:Needlestick Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D016273:Occupational Exposure / Q000517:prevention & control*; D015397:Program Evaluation; D017751:Safety Management / Q000592:standards*; D012637:Security Measures; D014481:United States; D014489:United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration