South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-7 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Sec2 61-7.1700 - SANITATION AND INFECTION CONTROL
Section 61-7.1700.1713 - Communicable Diseases. (II)

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-7.1700.1713

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. The EMS Agency shall ensure that when an Ambulance has been contaminated with blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious material (OPIM), to include potential contamination from respiratory droplets if transporting a Patient with signs or symptoms consistent with a respiratory illness of an infectious cause, the vehicle is taken out of service until decontamination is completed.

B. The EMS Agency shall ensure all linen used during any transport is removed from the cot and properly disposed of, or immediately placed in a designated, leak-proof bag or container and sealed until cleaned. The EMS agency shall ensure all used linen is treated as contaminated and handled as per standard precautions.

C. The EMS Agency shall ensure all Patient contact areas, equipment, and any surface soiled during the call is cleaned and disinfected pursuant to Section 1703.C.

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