The AIM Foundation pretty much sets the standard for the industry:
Link to http://www.aim-med.org
Here is some info from their site:
Quote:
If you're new to the adult film industry this is what you need to do before you start working:
*Get your blood tested for:
HIV (by PCR DNA)
syphilis (an RPR test)
*Get your urine tested for:
gonorrhea (by ultra-sensitive DNA amplification)
chlamydia (by ultra-sensitive DNA amplification)
*View the PORN 101 video which is available to take home and is also displayed in a condensed version at AIM Healthcare. Also pick up a copy of the Responsibilities of Performers list to help make your job easier.
*Every month get re-tested for gonorrhea, chlamydia and HIV.
Get a genital exam:
If you're a woman:
Get a pelvic exam that includes an evaluation for herpes, genital warts and the following tests:
PAP smear (thin-prep with reflex HPV)
vaginal culture for bacterial vaginosis
vaginal culture for trichomonas
If you're a man:
Get a genital exam that includes an evaluation for herpes and genital warts.
Get your blood tested for Hepatitis A, B & C.
(If your test comes back negative, it is highly recommended that you get vaccinated for Hepatitis A & B. There is no vaccine for Hepatitis C).
Get a skin test for tuberculosis.
Every six months:
women should have a genital exam with a PAP smear
men should have a genital exam
both men and women should be re-tested for syphilis
*This item is a mandatory industry requirements that you must do before your first shoot
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