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Appendix 4

7. UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS

It is not possible to recognize all persons infected with HIV, or to know if blood or other materials are actually infectious. The use of universal precautions is therefore mandatory.

According to the concept of universal precautions, all human blood and other potentially infectious materials are treated as if known to be infectious for HBV, HIV, and other bloodborne pathogens.

Always observe universal precautions for blood and other materials. Use proper safety procedures and personal protective equipment when contacting blood or other potentially infectious materials in all circumstances.

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