Bloodborne Pathogens: Pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human bodily fluids and can cause disease in humans these pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Exposure Control Plan (ECP): a written plan that identifies those tasks and procedures in which occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may occur, and identifies duties of the persons involved in cases of occupational exposure
American National standards Institute (ANSI): as the voice of the united States standards and conformity assessment system this institute oversees the creation, promulgation and use of thousands of norms and guidelines that directly impact businesses in nearly every sector ANSI is the official u S representative to the international organization for Standardization (ISO)
International safety Equipment Association (ISEA): association for personal protective equipment and technologies – equipment and systems that enable people to do work in hazardous environments its member companies are world leaders in the design, manufacture, testing and application of protective clothing and equipment used in factories, construction sites, hospitals and clinics, farms, schools, laboratories, emergency response and in the home.
ANSI/ISEA Z308.1- 2009 — minimum Requirements for Workplace First Aid kits and supplies: this standard establishes minimum performance requirements for first aid kits and their supplies that are intended for use in various work environments
ANSI/IsEA Z358.1- 2009 American National standard for Emergency Eyewash and shower Equipment: this standard establishes minimum performance and use requirements for eyewash and shower equipment for the emergency treatment of the eyes or body of a person who has been exposed to hazardous materials it covers the following types of equipment: emergency showers, eyewashes, eye/face washes, and combination units.
DOCUMENTATION 文件記錄
Proper documentation is important for providing evidence of compliance with the law and the standards above
You must keep the following documents on file and available to auditors and other authorized personnel:
? Bloodborne pathogen exposure control plan
? records of occupational health checks
? Canteen hygiene certificate
? Canteen workers health certificates
BEST PRACTICES 最佳做法
WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Encourage worker’s and worker’s families to lead healthy lives. Businesses can do this by conducting various
wellness programs. These programs can include:
? Nutrition programs (e.g., “healthy” cafeterias, weight control groups)
? Smoking cessation programs
? Stress management programs
? Courses or information sessions on health topics (e.g. women’s health)
? Access to fitness center
The US National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) provides a model for Total Worker
Health programs.