Which organization is responsible for establishing regulations around bloodborne pathogens?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for establishing regulations around bloodborne pathogens. OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which was enacted in 1991, focuses on protecting employees from the health risks associated with exposure to infectious materials in the workplace. This standard mandates practices such as maintaining a written exposure control plan, offering vaccinations for hepatitis B, and requiring the use of personal protective equipment.

NIOSH (the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) is primarily focused on research and recommendations related to occupational health and safety but does not set regulations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides guidance and recommendations on public health and safety issues, including bloodborne pathogens, but it does not have regulatory authority like OSHA. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) deals with environmental protection matters, including hazardous waste, but does not regulate occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens specifically. Thus, OSHA is the correct answer due to its regulatory authority in workplace health and safety concerning bloodborne pathogens.