Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024
Section 10.52.11.03 - Compliance Requirements for an IndividualAn individual who is performing patient care activities shall:
A. Comply with the principles of universal precautions;B. If necessary, make an emergency exception to the use of universal precautions in a situation when failure to provide immediate care could result in serious harm to or death of a patient; andC. Comply with current professional standards of patient care with regard to disinfection and sterilization of reusable devices used in patient care procedures, including: (1) Prohibiting the reuse of single use needles; and(2) Properly disposing of needles and other sharps devices.Md. Code Regs. 10.52.11.03
Regulation .03C amended effective October 27, 2003 (30:21 Md. R. 1529)