7600 - Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens (HIV) and (HBV)
References: Department of Labor Standards Title 29 CFR Part 1910.1030
The interest and policy of the Board of Education is to prevent hazards to the health and well-being of district employees. To that end and in compliance with Department of Labor standards as outlined in Title 29 CFR Part 1910.1030, the Board establishes the following as its official policy.
Definition: Bloodborne Pathogens means pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include but are not limited to Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency...