Universal
Precautions
Definition:
The handling
of all human blood or other potentially infectious materials as though they are
contaminated with
bloodborne pathogens and are potentially infectious.
Exposure Control
Plan
Definition:
Each institution
is responsible for developing its own plan to assist emplyees in dealing with
exposure to hazardous
materials.
Plan must
include:
UStandard
Operating Procedures Manual (SOP)
UChemical
Hygiene Plan (CHP))
UEducation
Program on Safety procedures & policies
