The OSHA Handbook: The Guidelines For Compliance In Health [Ring-bound]

Barbara Acello (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 076684059X | ISBN-13: 978-0766840591 | Publication Date: April 19, 2002 | Edition: 3

OSHA Guidelines for Compliance in Healthcare Facilities addresses the OSHA standard for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, with emphasis on the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis viruses. Procedures OSHA requires for compliance with the standard - engineering controls, general work practices, personal protective clothing/equipment, staff education and training, use of warning signs, and vaccination to prevent hepatitis B - are thoroughly discussed. Other key OSHA requirements such as hazardous communication right to know, the control of hazardous energy, ergonomics, violence in the workplace, medical recordkeeping, and penalties for noncompliance with OSHA rules are also covered.

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Independent Nurse Consultant and Educator, Denton, TX

Product Details

• Ring-bound: 544 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 3 edition (April 19, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076684059X
• ISBN-13: 978-0766840591
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.1 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,476,274 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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