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Under OSHA's bloodborne pathogens rule, when must workers wash their hands?

Right after removing gloves or other PPE.

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  1. Right after removing gloves ✔
  2. Only at lunch
  3. Only before going home

Why: Workers must wash hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removing gloves or other PPE, and after contact with blood. Antiseptic cleanser is allowed where sinks are not feasible.

Huh, didn't know that: Disposable gloves must be replaced as soon as feasible if they are torn or punctured.

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Answer: Right after removing gloves. Workers must wash hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removing gloves or other PPE, and after contact with blood. Antiseptic cleanser is allowed where sinks are not feasible.

  1. 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne pathogens www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/subtitle-B/chapter-XVII/part-1910/subpart-Z/section-1910.1030
    wash their hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves or other personal protective equipment
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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