1. OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OSHA

2. Enforces safety standards for all healthcare facilities 2 main standards Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemical Standard Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

3. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL STANDARD 1.All manufactures must provide material safety data sheets 2.Inform employees of all chemicals & hazards

4. BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN STANDARD 1.Healthcare facilities must provide protection against infectious diseases 2.PPE’s (Personal Protective Equipment) must be worn 3.PPE’s = gloves, gown, mask http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=5321889n &tag=mncol;lst;4 -