These restrictions may be temporary or permanent. As an example, members with extensive dermatitis or open skin lesions on exposed areas may be restricted from providing patient care. The risks and benefits of immunization will be explained, and informed consent obtained prior to immunization. All emergency responders will be offered initial and yearly screening for tuberculosis exposure. Bates EMS will maintain records in accordance with OSHA's CFR 29, Part 1910.1030.
Medical records are strictly confidential.
Records will be maintained in a secure location and will not be released without the signed written consent of the responder. There will be no exceptions to this rule. All emergency responders will be required to complete appropriate bloodborne pathogen training with at least a yearly refresher. All infection control training materials will be appropriated in content and vocabulary to the education level, literacy, and language of members being trained. All emergency responders will be issued a pocket mask with one-way valve.