Occupational Exposure: Prevention of HIV and HBV Transmission to Workers

Hospital Acquired Infections

Prevention of HIV and HBV Transmission to Workers

The "Guidelines for Prevention of Transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis B Virus to HealthCare and PublicSafety Workers," contains: an overview of the modes of transmission of HIV and Hepatitis B virus in the workplace, and specific riskcontrol recommendations for employers and workers, including recommendations for management of exposures to Hepatitis B and HIV. To obtain a copy of this guideline, please call the National AIDS Information Clearinghouse at 1-800-458-5231.

Source: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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