Blood and Body Fluid Exposure Among Healthcare Workers and Personal Protective Equipment Usage in the United States.

Background: The International Safety Center disseminates the Exposure Prevention Information Network (EPINet) surveillance system to standardize a system for healthcare facilities to track mucocutaneous blood and body fluid exposures.

Methods: Occupational exposure incidents to blood and body fluids were recorded within the participant health systems and hospitals ( = 41), using the EPINet Blood and Body Fluid Exposure Report Form. Forms include detailed questions about the circumstances surrounding the exposure, including the type of exposure, body part(s) involved, and if the employee reporting the incident was wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).