If you haven't already encountered HIV or AIDS in your workplace, chances are you soon will. As they are workplace role models, managers and labor leaders need to know how to respond appropriately and compassionately.
Specific strategies can reduce employee fear, work disruption, and customer concern.
Managers and labor leaders may also need to demonstrate universal precautions and to comply with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standards for infection control. As a manager or labor leader you can prepare to act, rather than react. Don't wait for HIV to act on your company. You can implement a workplace policy before your company is confronted with a problem.