Policy:
It is the Policy of HEC to have an effective TB Control Program, which includes early detection, and treatment of persons with active TB.

Purpose:
To reduce the risk of TB transmission in the residential setting.

Program:

I. The ICC is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the TB Infection Control Program.
II. Policies are developed, implemented, and enforced to ensure early detection of Students and staff who may have infectious TB.
III. Prompt triage and appropriate management of Students and staff who may have TB infection, are done in the Outpatient Setting.
IV. Prompt diagnostic evaluation, and treatment for persons who may have infectious TB
V. Education and training of staff about TB and the effective methods for prevention of TB transmission
VI. Prompt evaluation of possible episodes of transmission of TB on the campus, including health care workers Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) skin test conversions, clusters of cases in health care workers or students, and contacts of TB patients who were not promptly detected and isolated.
VII. Coordination of activities with Local Public Health Department, emphasizing reporting, adequate discharge follow-up, ensuring continuation, and completion of therapy.