The Purpose of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Is to

question 54

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard is to

• A) improve the quality of laboratory testing in the United States.
• B) protect public health and the environment outside of the workplace.
• C) reduce the risk to employees of exposure to infectious diseases.
• D) prevent exposure of employees to bloodborne pathogens.

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