SECTION 450:55-23-2. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)


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  • (a)   A policy of non-discrimination against persons with HIV infection or AIDS shall be adopted and in force in the policy and procedure of the PACT or parent organization.
    (b)   All PACT staff shall observe the Universal Precautions For Transmission of Infectious Diseases as set forth in "Occupational Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens" published by the United States Occupations Safety Health Administration (OSHA).
    (1)   There shall be written documentation the aforestated Universal Precautions are the policy of the PACT or parent organization; and
    (2)   In-service 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 450:55-23-2 is determined by review of PACT policy and procedure and in-service records, on-site observation, schedules and other documentation.
[Source: Added at 20 Ok Reg 683, eff 2-27-03 (emergency); Added at 21 Ok Reg 1093, eff 7-1-04]