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656 Bloodborne Pathogens in the Healthcare Setting
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Recognize The Potential For Exposure

Employer Responsibilities to Identify Jobs at Risk

Employers must identify job classifications in which employees have occupational exposure, as well as the associated tasks and procedures in which there is a potential of exposure to blood or other infectious materials. Employers must review job classifications annually to ensure proper procedures and training is established.

In this picture, one rescuer is wearing disposable gloves, while the other is not. Both rescuers should be wearing the proper PPE.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

5-1. How often should an employer review job classifications?