Or. Admin. Code § 333-027-0155

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 11, November 1, 2024

Section 333-027-0155 - Infection Prevention and Control

An agency shall develop an infection control program to prevent and control infections and communicable diseases. The program shall include at a minimum:

(1) A tuberculosis infection control plan in accordance with OAR 333-019-0041;

(2) Appropriate disposal of sharp instruments in accordance with OAR 333-056-0050;

(3) Development of policies and procedures that include, at a minimum:

(a) Standard precautions such as hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette, and personal protective equipment;

(b) Availability of personal protective equipment and other equipment necessary to implement plan of care; and

(c) Exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as Hepatitis B and HIV and other potentially infectious agents.

Or. Admin. Code § 333-027-0155

PH 3-2022, adopt filed 01/11/2022, effective 1/13/2022

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 443.085

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 443.085 & ORS 443.065