Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens
All work with human blood; body fluids; unfixed human cells, tissues, or organs; and any lab based research activities involving HIV or HBV must be done in accordance with the UNH Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan.
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Occupation Specific Controls & Work Practices |
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| Exposure Risk Category | Department(s) | Procedure |
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Occupational |
Health Services | A |
| Department of Nursing | ||
| UNH Police Department | B | |
| Housekeeping (Facility Operations) | E | |
| Athletics | F | |
| Campus Recreation | ||
| Kinesiology Athletic Training Option | ||
| Research & Teaching Labs Using Blood or OPIM | G | |
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Collateral |
Maintenance (Facility Operations) | C |
| Housing Maintenance | ||
| Grounds & Events Workers | D | |
| Child Study & Development Center | H | |
| Cooperative Extension | ||
| Kinesiology Outdoor Experience Option | ||
| Dining Services | I | |
| Thompson School Food Prep Staff/Students | ||
| Small Projects Construction Team | J | |
| Transportation Garage | ||
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Hep B Vaccination Requirements |
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| Exposure Risk Category | Hep B Vaccination | Hep B Form |
| Occupational | Available pre-exposure |
Required |
| Collateral | Available post-exposure + pre-exposure in some cases based on department policy | Not Required |
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Training Requirements |
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| Exposure Risk Category | Training Content | Training Frequency |
| Occupational | Full Bloodborne Pathogen Training - REQUIRED | Initial + Annually |
| Collateral | Biological Safety Awareness - Available | None |
Related Information
Hepatitis B Vaccine Fact Sheet
Hepatitis B Vaccination Form (English)
Hepatitis B Vaccination Form (Spanish)
Related Pages
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030)
CDC: Hepatitis B Frequently Asked Questions
CDC: Information of Bloodborne Pathogens
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Incidents/Accidents with Biohazards
Shipment of Biohazardous Materials
Contact Information:
Biological Safety Officer (BSO)
603-862-0197