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Bloodborne Pathogens Program

Appendix 4

12. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

The University has policies and procedures to assist you if you are exposed to human blood or other potentially infectious materials as part of your job. Follow-up includes antibody or antigen testing, counseling, illness reporting, and safe and effective postexposure prophylaxis according to standard medical practices. Emergency procedures are included with your department's Exposure Control Plan.

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