Bloodborne Pathogens Policy - 65.7.1This policy is designed to protect the city's workers from exposure to the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and other bloodborne pathogens. Of the diseases caused by these viruses, Hepatitis B is the most common and may result in serious illness, potential long-term disability and death. These viruses, as well as other organisms that cause bloodborne diseases, are found in human blood and certain other human body fluids. Therefore, employers have a responsibility to ensure that workers do not come into direct contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials while performing their jobs.
Public Access Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Policy - 65.7.2
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a medical device used to treat a victim who suddenly becomes unresponsive, pulseless and is experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. This policy is to define the training, maintenance, medical oversight and administration of a Public Access Automated External Defibrillator Program.
