Code of Federal Regulations 1910.1000-end. Consolidated Accreditation Manual for Hospitals . Listed below are the minimum requirements recommended during controlled situations to protect the employee from potentially infectious agents. This list is not all inclusive, therefore, judgement is required on the part of the employee to assess the need for additional barrier protection in less controlled situations. Refer to your hospital policy and procedure manual.
Sterile techniques are to be used during sterile procedures.
Refer to your hospital policy and procedure manual. If employees have an open cut or abrasion on their hands, they are responsible for protecting it through the use of gloves. All contaminated linens should be placed in a moisture-resistant yellow bag prior to transport. All personnel within the soiled side of the laundry shall wear moisture-impervious gowns, gloves, caps, and masks. Drivers collecting infectious waste and infectious linen shall wear moisture-impervious gowns and gloves.