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Introduction

The following MSU Exposure Control Plan (ECP) has been developed and implemented to meet the letter and intent of MIOSHA's Bloodborne Infectious Diseases Standard, codified as R 325.70001 through R 325.700018. Compliance with the Bloodborne Infectious Disease Standard will reduce occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), and other bloodborne pathogens.

The following principles must be applied when employees are potentially exposed to bloodborne pathogens:

• Minimize all exposures to bloodborne pathogens;
• Institute as many engineering and work practice controls as possible to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens;
• Routinely employ universal precautions when exposure to blood or potentially infectious materials is anticipated.

The objectives of the Exposure Control Plan are to:

• Provide information on procedures and regulations regarding bloodborne pathogens;
• Protect employees from health hazards associated with bloodborne pathogens;
• Provide information on appropriate treatment and counseling to employees exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

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Exposure Control Plan Table of Contents