Kaskaskia College will continue to adhere to regulations published by the United States Department of Labor -- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requiring that certain employees be provided with immunization for Hepatitis B. This plan will cover primarily those individuals in the fields of clinical allied health, biological sciences, cosmetology, athletics and physical education, and maintenance/ housekeeping/ security who may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious material as part of their job duties. Required training will be provided by the College. Employees must either have the immunization series or sign a declination statement as required by law. The statements will be maintained by the Business Office. Additional information about the regulations is available in the Business Office.
Approval History: Replaces Blood-borne Pathogens Policy 2.71 approved 7/20/1995