NDAC 32-02-01-07.1
Blood exposure procedure
Cite as N.D. Admin. Code § 32-02-01-07.1
A blood exposure procedure poster must be posted in or near the first aid kit in the establishment.
If a blood exposure occurs involving a client or licensee, the following steps must be followed:
1.
If client is bleeding:
a.
Stop service;
b.
Put gloves on;
c.
Assist client to sink and rinse the injured area under running water, if appropriate;
d.
Pat dry with a new, clean, disposable towel;
e.
Offer or apply antiseptic and adhesive bandage;
f.
Place all single-use items in a bag and place in a trash receptacle;
g.
Remove all implements from station and properly clean and disinfect;
h.
Clean and disinfect work area;
i.
Remove and dispose of gloves; and
j.
Wash hands and return to service.
2.
If licensee, student instructor, student or apprentice is bleeding:
a.
Stop service;
b.
Explain the situation and excuse oneself from the service;
c.
Rinse injured area under running water, if appropriate;
d.
Pat dry with a new, clean, disposable towel;
e.
Apply antiseptic and adhesive bandage;
f.
Put gloves on;
g.
Place all single-use items in a bag and place in a trash receptacle;
h.
Remove all implements from the work area and properly clean and disinfect;
i.
Clean and disinfect work area;
j.
Remove and dispose of gloves and wash hands; and
k.
Cover injured area with a protective finger cot or new glove and return to service.