How often must the written exposure control plan describing how the dental office complies with the blood borne pathogens BBP standard be reviewed and updated?

Q: How often must the written exposure control plan?

Reply #2: OSHAs bloodborne pathogens standard requires employers to review and update the Exposure Control Plan (ECP) at least annually [29 CFR 1910.1030(c)(1)(iv)], even those who currently use appropriate safety devices.

Q: How often should your organizations exposure control plan be updated?

According to OSHAs Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, medical records are maintained by: (list name or department responsible for maintaining medical records). This employer shall annually review the exposure control plan (see Appendix B for a sample form). The review shall include: 1.

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How often must the written exposure control plan describing how the dental office complies with the bloodborne pathogens BBP standards be reviewed and updated?
How often must the written exposure control plan?
How often should your organization's exposure control plan be updated?
What is an exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens?
What are 4 methods of compliance to bloodborne pathogens standards?
What is the first procedural step after an exposure incident?

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The links in the chain of infection are: virulence, number of microorganisms, susceptible host, and _____.	portal of entry
The strength of an organism in its ability to produce disease is _____.	virulence
An infection that is short in duration is a(n) _____.	acute infection
Transmission of a disease to a susceptible person through the handling of contaminated instruments or by touching contaminated surfaces is a form of _____.	indirect transmission
It is _____ that allows the body to resist disease and prevent foreign bodies from causing infection.	immunity
When immunity is present at birth, it is called _____ immunity.	inherited
Transmission of a disease, from the dental office to the family of a member of the dental team, is an example of _____ disease transmission in the dental office.	dental office-to-community
The most common route of disease transmission in the dental office is through _____.	direct contact with the patient’s blood or saliva
issues specific recommendations on health-related matters, based on sound scientific evidence	CDC
The regulatory agency whose role it is to issue specific standards to protect the health of employees in the United States is _____.	OSHA.
The Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings—2003, which is now the standard of care, was recommended by what agency?	CDC
The written exposure control plan that describes how the dental office complies with the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard must be reviewed and updated _____.	annually
The CDC term “Standard Precautions” applies to contact with _____.	all body fluids, blood, saliva, secretions, and excretions
After administration of the HBV vaccine, the CDC recommends _____.	a blood test to make sure that the individual has developed immunity
Handwashing guidelines recommend that you _____.	wash your hands before you put on gloves and immediately after you remove gloves
Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment that the employer should provide free of charge to the employee?	disposable patient treatment gloves
The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard states that contaminated protective clothing _____.	can be laundered in the dental office or can be picked up by a laundry service
The BBP Standard requires use of protective eyewear _____.	with front and side protection (solid side shields)
Exam gloves used during dental treatment can be made of _____.	latex or vinyl
The most serious type of latex allergy, one that can even result in death, is called ___	type I allergic reaction
CDC guidelines and the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard consider saliva to be a	potentially infectious body fluid
Infectious waste is _____.	contaminated waste that is capable of transmitting an infectious disease

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How often must the written exposure control plan describing how the dental office complies with the bloodborne pathogens BBP standards be reviewed and updated?

The plan must be reviewed and updated annually or whenever new tasks and procedures affect employees' occupational exposure. It must be made accessible to employees in accordance with CFR 29 1910.30(c).

How often must the written exposure control plan?

Reply #2: OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard requires employers to review and update the Exposure Control Plan (ECP) at least annually [29 CFR 1910.1030(c)(1)(iv)], even those who currently use appropriate safety devices.

How often should your organization's exposure control plan be updated?

According to OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, medical records are maintained by: (list name or department responsible for maintaining medical records). This employer shall annually review the exposure control plan (see Appendix B for a sample form). The review shall include: 1.

What is an exposure control plan for bloodborne pathogens?

An exposure control plan (EPC) is the framework for compliance where the employer creates a written plan to protect their workers from bloodborne pathogens. This written plan is a requirement for compliance. Without this plan, the employer has no program and there is little hope to properly protecting their workers.

What are 4 methods of compliance to bloodborne pathogens standards?

To effectively eliminate or minimize exposure to bloodborne pathogens, Standard Precautions, instituted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will be followed. These include the use of Universal Precautions, Engineering Controls, Work Practice Controls, PPE, and Housekeeping Procedures.

What is the first procedural step after an exposure incident?

Procedures: (1) When an exposure incident occurs, implement first aid; e.g.. wash the affected area exposed to a sharp preferably with an antimicrobial soap; flush the eyes with running water immediately following a bodily fluid splash.