SECTION 450:18-5-13. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)


Latest version.
  • (a)   The facility shall have a policy of non-discrimination against persons with HIV infection or AIDS.
    (b)   All facilities shall observe the Universal Precautions For Transmission of Infectious Diseases as set forth in, "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens" published by the (U.S.) Occupations Safety Health Administration [OSHA]; and
    (1)   There shall be written documentation the aforestated Universal Precautions are the policy of the facility;
    (2)   In-service training regarding the Universal Precautions shall be a part of employee orientation and, at least once per year, is included in employee in-service training.
    (c)   Compliance with 450:24-25-2 is determined by reviews of facility policy and procedure and in-service training records, schedules, or other documentation.
[Source: Added at 35 Ok Reg 1821, eff 10-1-18]