regulations and standards

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Standards may be regulatory or voluntary

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True

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A uniform method of defining basic parameters for processes, products, services and measurements

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Standard

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a federal agency responsible for ensuring that medical devices are safe and effective.

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FDA

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A federal agency organized to establish guidelines and recommendations for infection control

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CDC

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responsibility is to protect workers from occupationally-caused illnesses and injuries

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OSHA

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conducts on-site surveys at least every three years

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TJC

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Enforces laws relating to the transport of medical waste

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DOT

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one of the major resources for healthcare guidelines and standards

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AAMI

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creates and enforces laws related to clean air, water and land

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EPA

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Program designed for the voluntary reporting of device-related problems

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