The HIV/AIDS Book: Information for Workers

Abstract:
[ARCHIVED] This book was written for local union leaders, field representatives, stewards, and others who provide education and information about HIV and AIDS to union members. It attempts to address the concerns of a diverse membership which includes workers who may be occupationally exposed to HIV on the job as well as members who may be infected with HIV. Chapter One is a series of questions and answers explaining what HIV is, how it is diagnosed, ways in which it can and cannot be spread, how it can be prevented, the rights of workers with HIV. Chapter Two addresses what local unions can do to address HIV in the workplace, including model contract language and how to call in OSHA. Chapter Three gives occupation-specific precautions for preventing exposure to HIV at work. Finally, the appendices contain the U.S. Centers for Disease Control's Recommendations for Prevention of HIV Transmission in Health-Care Settings, a report on the drug AZT from the Centers for Disease Control, and a resource directory.


Date Published: 4/1/1991

Pages: 88

Location Code: 12011