Which of the following agencies is the primary agency responsible for establishing guidelines and standards to regulate health care worker safety as it relates to communicable disease transmission?

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OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the primary agency responsible for establishing guidelines and standards to regulate health care worker safety as it relates to communicable disease transmission. They enforce standards for personal protective equipment, bloodborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases in the workplace. The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) establishes guidelines for fire safety, CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) monitors the spread of diseases and epidemics, and FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) assists with disaster response and recovery efforts.

Which of the Following Agencies Is the Primary Agency Responsible