Since you will be exposed to blood and sharp objects in the lab, your agency should have an Exposure Control Plan in place. Familiarize yourself with this plan. This exposure plan instructs you on what to do, if you're exposed to blood and bodily fluids at work. This plan contains information such as:

• How to minimize the chance of exposure.
• How to dispose of used items (such as lancets, dirty gloves and gauze/wipes).
• How to report an exposure or injury to yourself or a participant.
• The cleaning schedule and approved disinfectants to use.
• Any exposure training you may attend.
• Whether your agency provides Hepatitis B vaccines. These may be offered, depending on your position and level of exposure risk.

If you are exposed to blood or stuck with a used lancet, follow your exposure plan and report the incident to your supervisor immediately.