This document provides a 3-step process for what to do after a needlestick or body fluid exposure at work: 1) Clean the exposed area with soap and water or saline; 2) Call the needlestick hotline to access confidential follow-up care including source patient evaluation, prophylaxis, counseling, and testing; 3) Notify your supervisor and complete workers' compensation paperwork.

1. After a Needlestick, Splash, or
Other Body Fluid Exposure...
step 1
CLEAN
step 2
SKIN:
Wash with soap and
CALL
water NEEDLESTICK
MOUTH, NOSE, EYES:
Rinse well with water
HOTLINE
or saline 469-4411
24 hours everyday
step 3
NOTIFY
your supervisor and
complete Workers’
Compensation
Paperwork
Remember: SFGH OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE
FOLLOW-UP FOR CONFIDENTIAL:
• Source Patient Evaluation
• Medical Care/Prophylaxis
• Counseling
• Testing
• Workers’ Compensation Documentation
Occupational Infectious Disease Program
Occupational Health Service
San Francisco General Hospital