TB Free Workplace -Definition

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Read this Chapter to learn - What a TB Free Workplace means and how to implement TB Free workplace.

A TB Free Workplace is defined as a workplace where systems are implemented to protect the workforce from TB and sufferings due to TB and it includes provisions for –

•  Ensuring a stigma and discrimination-free environment for all workers affected with TB 

• Generating awareness about TB among all workers 

• Early & complete diagnosis of TB among the workers 

• Supporting correct & complete treatment for all workers affected with TB, while respecting confidentiality of their medical information. 

• Connecting workers affected with TB to social protection/welfare schemes and other public health measures for a comprehensive care 

•  Providing nutritional support to all workers undergoing treatment for TB 

• Preventing transmission of TB in the workplace 

• Ensuring reasonable accommodation for all workers affected with TB to enable them participate or advance in employment.