Safety & ComplianceQuestion 56 of 100
After a reported needlestick, what must the employer provide?
a.A written warning documenting the employee's technique error
b.A confidential medical evaluation, source testing when permitted by law, and follow-up at no cost to the employee
c.A requirement that the employee use personal insurance for follow-up
d.Reassignment away from patient care for six months
Explanation
The standard requires a confidential post-exposure medical evaluation and follow-up at no cost, including source individual testing where legally permitted, prophylaxis when indicated and counseling. Disciplining the employee discourages reporting and is not a required response. Shifting cost to the employee or automatically removing them from duty is not part of the requirement.
Law Reference: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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