IFASC News

Good morning,

I am writing to ensure that you are aware of amendments to the universal precautions rule.You might want to include as an informational item in a future newsletter to your members.  The Universal Precautions Rule amendments, LSA Document #05-259, become effective April 28, 2006. These amendments provide clarification to the existing requirements as well as update requirements based on best practices. The amendments are as follows:

410 IAC 1-4-1.1 amends the definition of bloodborne pathogens.

410 IAC 1-4-4.3 adds a definition of HCV.

410 IAC 1-4-8 updates the sterilization requirements for equipment and environmental surfaces.

You may view the complete rule changes on the Web at LSA Document #05-259,

http://www.in.gov/legislative/register/Vol29/05Feb/08P410050259.PDF.I have attached a copy of that document.

If you have specific questions about the rule, you may contact:

Pam Pontones

MA Director

Surveillance and Investigation Epidemiology Resource Center

Indiana State Department of Health

2 North Meridian Street, 5-K

Indianapolis, IN46204

phone:317-233-7861

fax:317-234-2812

cell:317-430-3842

ppontones@isdh.in.gov

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