Universal Precautions Sample Clauses
The Universal Precautions clause requires all parties to consistently follow established safety protocols to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases, particularly in environments where exposure to blood or bodily fluids is possible. In practice, this means using protective equipment such as gloves and masks, properly disposing of sharps, and adhering to hygiene standards regardless of whether a specific infection is known to be present. The core function of this clause is to minimize health risks and ensure a safe environment by mandating precautionary measures at all times, thereby protecting both workers and clients from potential exposure.
Universal Precautions. Hospices shall:
(a) Develop and implement initial orientation and ongoing education and training for all hospice workers, including students, trainees and volunteers, in the epidemiology, modes of transmis- sion and prevention of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other blood−borne infections and the need for routine use of uni- versal blood and body−fluid precautions for all patients;
(b) Provide equipment and supplies necessary to minimize the risk of infection with HIV and other blood−borne pathogens; and
(c) Monitor adherence to the U.S. centers for disease control (CDC) recommended protective measures, known as universal blood and body−fluid precautions, as set out in the CDC’s publi- cation,Recommendations for Prevention of HIV Transmission in Health Care Settings, August 1987 and the update published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), Vol. 37/No. 24, June 24, 1988, pp. 377−382. When monitoring reveals a fail- ure to follow recommended precautions, counseling, education or re−training shall be provided and, if necessary, appropriate disci- plinary action shall be taken for failure to comply with policies under this subsection.
Universal Precautions. Universal precautions shall be observed throughout the District to protect employees from contact with potentially infectious blood or other body fluids. According to the concept of universal precautions, all human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for blood borne pathogens.
Universal Precautions. A. Assume that all patients are potentially contagious and use appropriate barriers to prevent the transmission of pathogenic organisms. PPE include gloves, gowns, HEPA respirators, face ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and appropriate handwashing.
Universal Precautions. I shall adhere to universal precautions during the Meeting, and conform to all proper medical practices and procedures for the treatment of patients for whom no medical history is available, when coming into contact with such patients, as well as with cadaveric specimens, or cadaveric material. In the event that I incur a needle stick injury, cut, or other exposure to blood borne pathogens, I shall immediately notify the ISHRS and take such other follow-up measures as deemed appropriate.
Universal Precautions. The Employer and Employee will comply with the Universal Precaution standard recommended by the Center for Disease Control. A new Employee will receive an inservice regarding such standards upon hire. All Employees will receive proper training regarding these standards at least annually.
Universal Precautions. Compliance with this policy is mandatory, as it is designed to protect the health of you, your family, your co-workers, and the patient.
A. Exam gloves must be worn when examining a patient, when handling blood / bodily fluids or when the possibility of contact exists.
B. Gloves must be changed between patients.
C. If gloves are visibly soiled or torn, they must be changed.
D. Soiled gloves MUST NOT BE worn in the front cab of the ambulance.
Universal Precautions. Universal precautions shall include:
a. Social distancing
b. Windows will be opened for ventilation purposes and the protocols for window opening requirements will be followed and available for review. All riders must wear a mask
c. Busses will be stocked with hand sanitizer and extra masks
d. Busses will be cleaned and sanitized between each route
e. DDSD shall provide documentation that the cleaning schedule is being followed
Universal Precautions. Mid Atlantic shall pick up and dispose of, in ---------------------- accordance with all applicable law, rules and regulation, all medical waste (including sharps and "red bags" waste) from the patient's homes regardless of the source of the medical waste, for any patient for whom the LHCSA is providing infusion therapy services. Mid Atlantic shall assure that all personnel handling said medical waste are properly trained with respect to the rules and regulations promulgated by OSHA, and that said the personnel comply with all Universal Precautions Standard established by Federal, state or local agencies.
Universal Precautions. Students shall be educated in the practice of universal precautions and adhere to MRH policies regarding the prevention of blood-born pathogens (e.g. hand washing, universal precautions, category specific isolation, infectious waste management, linen management). In the event a student experiences a percutaneous or mucous membrane exposure to blood or body fluids, the following procedures shall be followed:
1. Wash injury site with soap and water and apply antiseptic or irrigate involved mucous membrane with cupious amounts of saline and water.
2. Report the exposure to the department director and arrange for immediate post- exposure medical evaluation and complete the MRH injury form.
Universal Precautions. Universal Precautions and other special precautions as appropriate address the manner in which Hospital personnel may resolve concerns about their risk of exposure to infectious diseases. Universal Precautions are designed to address real or perceived risks of surgery or another procedure for patients with infectious diseases. Therefore, such concerns may not influence treatment decisions or recommendations to a patient with an infectious disease.