Fla. Stat. 457.1085
Infection control

Prior to November 1, 1986, the board shall adopt rules relating to the prevention of infection, the safe disposal of any potentially infectious materials, and other requirements to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Beginning October 1, 1997, all acupuncture needles that are to be used on a patient must be sterile and disposable, and each needle may be used only once.

Source: Section 457.1085 — Infection control, https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0457.1085 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

457.101
Legislative intent 457.102
Definitions 457.103
Board of Acupuncture 457.104
Rulemaking authority 457.105
Licensure qualifications and fees 457.107
Renewal of licenses 457.108
Inactive status 457.109
Disciplinary actions 457.116
Prohibited acts 457.118
Effect of chapter on other health care practices 457.1085
Infection control

Current through Fall 2025

§ 457.1085. Infection control's source at flsenate.gov

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Original Source: Section 457.1085 — Infection control, https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0457.1085 (last accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Fla. Stat. 457.1085 Infection control

Fla. Stat. 457.1085
Infection control