Guidance on blood-borne viruses at work

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a new booklet on blood-borne viruses in the workplace. It is aimed at employers, employees and safety reps in areas of work where exposure to blood or other body fluids may occur. It explains: what blood-borne viruses (BBVs) are; the type of work where there might be exposure; how BBVs are spread; the legal duties of employers and employees; what action to take after infection and special considerations for first-aiders. It provides a detailed further reading list.

Blood-borne viruses in the workplace - guidance for employers and employees, is free from HSE books.