“provide the general training outlined in the [Bloodborne Pathogens] standard, ensure that employees are provided with the required vaccinations, and provide the proper follow-up evaluations following an exposure incident” (OSHA, 2011). These regulations are designed to protect workers from occupational hazards, ensure proper medical surveillance, and facilitate timely access to medical information in the event of illness, injury, or exposure incidents. These records must be stored securely and access be restricted to authorized personnel only to protect the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information. 7. Informed Consent and Release Form 7.1 All CLIENTS must complete and sign a release form(s) prior to any PROCEDURE to indicate informed consent. PERSONNEL must offer a copy of the completed and signed release form(s) to the CLIENT. In accordance with Section 6 of this Code, a copy of this form(s) must be retained for a minimum of 3 years and must be available to the DEPARTMENT upon request. This form(s) must be in written and/or digital format. 7.2 BODY ARTISTS must record all BODY ART PROCEDURES administered, as well as all materials and STERILIZED INSTRUMENTS used during the PROCEDURE to account for the adherence to STERILIZATION requirements. The BODY ARTIST must record JEWELRY style and sizes used, if applicable, and ink and pigment information. Any complications that occur during the BODY ART PROCEDURE must also be recorded for reporting purposes. 7.3 A signed informed consent statement must confirm, at the minimum, that the CLIENT has read and understands the document and has the ability to ask questions regarding their BODY ART PROCEDURE. The informed consent statement must also confirm that the CLIENT is voluntarily obtaining a BODY ART PROCEDURE and that they have received appropriate written and verbal AFTERCARE instructions. BODY ARTISTS must ensure they comply with the regulations of their DEPARTMENT regarding what must be included in an informed consent statement. 7.4 All BODY ARTISTS have the right to decline services to a CLIENT in the interest of the CLIENT’S health and well-being. BODY ARTISTS can use their discretion to determine whether they are comfortable and capable of performing a BODY ART PROCEDURE while protecting their personal health and safety as well as their CLIENT’S. Depending on local regulations, any refusal of service might need to be recorded on the consent form. 7.5 The CLIENT must be offered a copy of the completed release form. Providing CLIENTS with the form contributes to transparency and helps protect the CLIENT, BODY ARTISTS, and BODY ART ESTABLISHMENT should there be an adverse reaction or event with the potential of investigation or litigation.
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