Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 30. MIEMSS |
Subtitle 03. EMS OPERATIONAL PROGRAMS |
Chapter 30.03.09. Infection Control Program |
Sec. 30.03.09.03. Plan
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A. Every EMS operational program shall have a written infection control plan.
B. The infection control plan shall include provisions for:
(1) Ensuring compliance with:
(a) 29 CFR §1910.1030;
(b) 29 CFR §1910.1200;
(c) Labor and Employment Article, §5-702, Annotated Code of Maryland;
(d) COMAR 30.03.04.06; and
(e) All other State and federal regulations as they pertain to infection control;
(2) Post-exposure notice, testing, and treatment consistent with Health General Article, §18-338.3, Annotated Code of Maryland;
(3) Ensuring that all EMS providers affiliated with the EMS operational program have notice of the plan and its contents; and
(4) Training of all EMS providers affiliated with the EMS operational program in blood-borne pathogens, universal precautions, and infection control before assigning duties and at least annually thereafter.