Overview
The Biosafety Program provides essential support services for research involving human, non-human primate, and other materials that fall under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. These materials may contain potentially infectious agents such as HIV, HBV, HCV, or others.
Bloodborne pathogen materials include, but are not limited to:
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- Human and non-human primate blood
- Cells and tissues
- Body fluids and secretions that may be infectious
Training Requirements
The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens training is required for workers assigned by job activity in SciShield. Note: This job activity may require additional trainings.
BBP For Clinicians
Employees working in clinical settings with potential occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens must complete BBP training .
This applies to staff in:
- Bouve College of Health Sciences
- Marino Recreation Center
BBP For Laboratorians
Employees working in clinical settings with potential occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens must complete BBP training. This applies to PI’s and lab members.
You must:
- Obtain prior approval through biological research registration(s)
- Conduct work under BSL-2 containment conditions
- Develop and maintain an Exposure Control Plan
Additional Resources
Form
Exposure Control Plan Template
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Safe Handling & Best Practices
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Preventing Needlestick Injuries
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Poster
Sharps & Needlestick Poster
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Contact Biosafety
Email: biosafety@northeastern.edu
Phone: 617.373.2769
Northeastern University
Office of Academic and Research Safety/OARS
320 Renaissance Park
1135 Tremont Street