Bloodborne Pathogens
Quick Links
- ECP for Hospitals, Clinics, and Clinical Research Laboratories
- ECP for Research Laboratories and Other Non-Healthcare Areas
- Retrieval of Valuables from Sharps Containers Form
- Guidelines: Human Specimens (BBF, cell lines)
Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) are infectious agents possibly transmitted through human blood or other body fluids. The OSHA BBP Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) covers all human blood, body fluids, and other potentially infectious material (OPIM), such as human cell lines. Duke’s BBP Program spans the entire breadth of work done: hospital, clinical research, basic science, animal research, and facilities. The BBP Exposure Control Plans (ECPs) outline the risks, mitigation measures, and post-exposure procedures.
BBP Exposure Hotline
Exposures to human blood or body fluids should be reported immediately to the BBP Exposure Hotline by dialing (919) 684-8115 or 115 from a Duke phone.
Guidance & Policies
ECP for Research Laboratories and Other Non-Healthcare Areas
External Resources
OSHA BBP Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)
CDC: Management of Occupational Exposures to HBV, HCV, & HIV