Workplace Policy and Program on Tuberculosis Prevention and Control

WORKPLACE POLICY AND PROGRAM ON TUBERCULOSIS (TB) PREVENTION AND CONTROL

The University of Luzon recognizes that while 80% of Tuberculosis (TB) cases belong to the economically productive individuals, it is also treatable and its spread can be curtailed if proper control measures will be implemented. As such, this TB Policy Program is hereby issued for the information and guidance of the employees.

PURPOSE:

To address the stigma attached to TB and to ensure that the worker’s right against discrimination, brought by the disease, is protected.

To facilitate free access to anti-TB medicines of affected employees through referrals.

I. IMPLEMENTING STRUCTURE
The University of Luzon TB Program shall be managed by its health and safety committee consists of representatives from the different divisions and departments.

II. COVERAGE
This Program shall apply to all employees regardless of their employment status.

III. GUIDELINES
A. Preventive Strategies
1. Conduct a Tuberculosis (TB) Advocacy, Training and Education

• TB education shall be conducted by the University of Luzon Medical Clinic in close coordination with the health and safety committee, through distribution and posting of IEC materials and counseling and/or lectures.
• Engineering measures such as improvement of ven-tilation, provision for adequate sanitary facilities and observance of standard for space requirement (avoid-ance of overcrowding) shall be implemented.

2. Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment and Referral to Health Care Services

• The company shall establish a referral system and provide access to diagnostic and treatment services for its employees. The company shall make arrangements with the nearest Direct Observed Treatment (DOT) facility.