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Sharpx® Frequently Asked Questions Regulatory Questions Why do we need to comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?

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Sharpx® Frequently Asked Questions Regulatory Questions Why do we need to comply with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?

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Because it is the law. The high incidence rate of accidental needlesticks has forced legislators to enact these laws. Failure to comply can lead to citations, fines, withholding of Medicare payments and, in some states, criminal charges. Occupational exposures caused by non-compliance could also lead to lawsuits based on employer negligence.