1910.1030(g)(2)(ii): When Bloodborne Pathogens Training Is Given
Employers must provide bloodborne pathogens training when an employee is first assigned to tasks where occupational exposure may take place, and at least annually after that.
Key takeaways
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(ii) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 200 times in the last 3 years, in 190 inspections, with $216,077 in current penalties.
- Most citations: TN (46), CT (30), NC (21).
- Related part: 1910.1030(g) Communication of hazards to employees (976 citations).
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1030(g)(2)(ii) is one requirement inside 1910.1030 Bloodborne pathogens, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910). It includes 2 sub-paragraphs. The official text below is copied word for word from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR). The numbers, injury cases and training on this page show how OSHA enforces it on real job sites.
Official text
(ii) Training shall be provided as follows: 200 citations
(A) At the time of initial assignment to tasks where occupational exposure may take place; Open (g)(2)(ii)(a) 61 citations
(B) At least annually thereafter. Open (g)(2)(ii)(b) 130 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.1030.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 67 |
| 2025 | 68 |
| 2026 | 49 |
Top states: TN (46), CT (30), NC (21), OR (21), NY (11)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| 159436 - SUNNYBROOK REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC | RALEIGH, NC | $14,895 |
| 157013 - BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES, INC | CARY, NC | $11,614 |
| TORTOISE ROCK CASINO | 29 PALMS, CA | $10,950 |
| 154559 - GUILFORD COUNTY (JUVENILE DETENTION) | GREENSBORO, NC | $10,937 |
| 157657 - FOUR OAKS OPCO HOLDINGS, LLC | FOUR OAKS, NC | $9,436 |
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Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1030(g) Communication of hazards to employees 976 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2) Information and Training 961 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(i) 410 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(vii) 193 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(iv) 142 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(ii)(B) 130 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(ii)(A) 61 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(vii)(D) 35 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(2)(vii)(N) 27 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(1) Labels and signs 15 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(1)(i) Labels 15 citations
- 1910.1030(g)(1)(i)(A) 14 citations
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Frequently asked questions
When is bloodborne pathogens training required?
At the time of initial assignment to tasks where occupational exposure may take place, and at least annually thereafter.
Is annual refresher training required?
Yes. Training must be provided at least annually.
Can training wait until after someone starts exposure tasks?
No. It is required at the time of initial assignment to those tasks.
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Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.1030 (eCFR), text current as of 2026-10-15
- U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data: OSHA inspections, citations and accident records, copied nightly; data as of 2026-10-20
3-year window. Federal OSHA only; state-plan rules are not counted. Plain-language text is a summary, not legal advice; the official text controls. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.