Policy Text
University of California, San Francisco
Police Department General Orders
4.4 Bloodborne Pathogen Rule/Exposure Control Plan
4.4.7 Labels and Signs (Issued: 2/1/09)
Biohazard labels will be utilized to warn employees of contaminated materials. Red, “color -
coded” containers will also denote biohazard materials. Patrol Lieutenants are responsible for
ensuring proper labeling and availability of biohazard containers. The following items will be
biohazard labeled:
A. Contaminated equipment
B. Containers of regulated waste
C. Sharps disposal containers
D. Other containers used to store, transport or ship blood and other infectious materials
E. Laundry bags and containers for suspected contaminated clothing.