Ohio Admin. Code 4723-20-02

Current through all regulations passed and filed through October 28, 2024

Section 4723-20-02 - Practices to control infection and minimize exposure to disease

During the delivery of healthcare, licensees and certificate holders shall be familiar with, observe, and rigorously adhere to the acceptable and prevailing standard precautions to minimize being exposed to or exposing others to disease causing agents and prevent infection, including at least the following:

(A) Appropriate use of hand hygiene;

(B) Appropriate use of respiratory hygiene;

(C) Effective disinfection and sterilization of equipment;

(D) Safe injection practices;

(E) Safe handling and disposal of needles and other sharp instruments;

(F) Safe handling and disposal of blood and body fluid; and

(G) Appropriate use of personal protective equipment, including wearing and disposal of gloves and other protective garments and devices.

Ohio Admin. Code 4723-20-02

Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 10/2/2023 and 10/02/2028
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4723.07(K)
Rule Amplifies: 4723.07(K)
Prior Effective Dates: 10/01/1993, 04/01/1999, 02/01/2001, 02/01/2009, 02/01/2019

Effective: 2/1/2019
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 10/22/2018 and 10/16/2023
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: ORC 4723.07(K)
Rule Amplifies: ORC 4723.07(K)
Prior Effective Dates: 10/01/1993, 04/01/1999, 02/01/2001, 02/01/2009