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Although the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, does not apply directly to the construction industry and is not found in the construction regulations, OSHA does call upon construction sites to protect workers with respect to bloodborne pathogens.
This topic applies to all construction jobsites with one or more employees with occupational exposure (as defined below).
Employers must:
Note: A January 26, 1993, OSHA letter of interpretation explains that construction employers may also be required to provide the hepatitis B vaccine to employees (such as designated first aiders) who have occupational exposure. This requirement is part of the employer’s general duty to protect employees from recognized, serious hazards, per Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.