8 Alaska Admin. Code § 45.094

Current through May 31, 2024
Section 8 AAC 45.094 - Predisposing conditions for certain firefighters

The provisions of AS 23.30.121(b)(1)(A) and (B) do not apply to a firefighter who develops a cardiovascular or lung condition and has a history of tobacco product exposure. For purposes of this section, tobacco product exposure is

(1) significant direct tobacco product use through smoking, inhaling, or chewing tobacco, significant exposure to environmental tobacco smoke through secondhand smoke, or significant tobacco production or handling; or
(2) a cotinine level, measured in the individual's blood, of 15 or more nanograms per milliliter of blood serum, regardless of the medical history documented by the firefighter and physician.

8 AAC 45.094

Eff. 2/20/2011, Register 197

Authority:AS 23.30.005

AS 23.30.121