title: New inspection procedures for bloodborne pathogens take effect.
abstract: In summary, this directive provides guidance for enforcement of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. The agency's application of this policy in any particular manner will, however, depend upon all relevant circumstances. For purposes of providing information and guidance, this directive also restates, clarifies, and explains the provisions of the standard.
authors.affiliation: Fresenius Medical Care North America, Lexington, Mass., USA.
authors.forename: Lawrence K
authors.initials: LK
authors.lastname: Park
mesh_terms: D017848:Blood-Borne Pathogens / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000517:prevention & control*; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D006509:Hepatitis B / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control / Q000592:standards*; D007318:Inservice Training; D014481:United States; D014489:United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration / Q000592:standards*