R9-6-335. Diarrhea, Nausea, or Vomiting

A. Outbreak control measures: A local health agency shall: 1. Conduct an epidemiologic investigation of each reported outbreak of diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; 2. Submit to the Department the information required under R9-6-206(E); and 3. Exclude each case that is part of an outbreak of diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting from: a. Working as a food handler, caring for patients or residents in a health care institution, or caring for children in or attending a child care establishment until: i. Diarrhea and vomiting have resolved, or ii. The local health agency has determined that the case is unlikely to infect other individuals; and b. Using an aquatic venue for two weeks after diarrhea has resolved. B. Environmental control measures: A local health agency shall conduct a sanitary inspection or ensure that a sanitary inspection is conducted of each facility or location regulated under 9 A.A.C. 8 that is associated with an outbreak of diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.