Wash. Admin. Code § 296-823-14020

Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024

Section 296-823-14020 - Minimize splashing, spraying, splattering, and generation of droplets

You must make sure all procedures involving blood or OPIM are performed so splashing, spraying, spattering, and generation of droplets are minimized.

Examples include:

(1) Appropriate operation and use of recommended controls for surgical power tools, lasers and electrocautery devices.

(2) Use of personal protective equipment when contact with blood or OPIM is reasonably anticipated.

(3) Making sure cleaning procedures do not generate unnecessary splashes, spraying, spattering, or generation of droplets.

Wash. Admin. Code § 296-823-14020

Amended by WSR 15-23-086, Filed 11/17/2015, effective 12/18/2015

Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, and 49.17.060. 03-09-110, § 296-823-14020, filed 4/22/03, effective 8/1/03.