Hepatitis B Vaccination Protection

This information sheet discusses the policies and standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) concerning hepatitis B and the provisions made for workers who may have occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. It explains the duty of the employer to develop an exposure control plan and implement universal precautions and control measures, including Hepatitis B vaccination. It provides details about the HBV vaccination, its administration, and the duty of employers to ensure that workers are knowledgeable about the vaccine and its benefits. The fact sheet notes that HBV vaccination should be offered free to workers, and provides the procedure to be followed if a worker declines the vaccination.