June 1, 2012 — Several government agencies have teamed up to issue a safety communication recommending the use of blunt-tip surgical suture needles to reduce the risk for needlestick injuries and ...

OSHA and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) have joined forces in publishing a safety and health information bulletin designed to help protect surgical personnel from ...

The FDA, CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and OSHA has issued guidance, in which they strongly encourage healthcare professionals to use blunt-tip suture needles as an ...

Their May 30 joint safety communication document strongly encourages their use for suturing fascia and muscle, as a way to prevent needlestick injuries. Jun 04, 2012 A new joint safety communication ...