R9-6-368. Norovirus

A. Outbreak control measures: A local health agency shall: 1. Conduct an epidemiologic investigation of each reported norovirus outbreak; 2. Submit to the Department the information required under R9-6-206(E); and 3. Exclude each case that is part of a norovirus outbreak from 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: a. Diarrhea has resolved, or b. The local health agency has determined that the case or suspect case is unlikely to infect other individuals. 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 a norovirus outbreak.