The Performer Availability Screening Services (PASS) has officially lifted the industry-wide production hold, declaring it safe for adult productions to resume immediately. The decision comes after all known exposed performers tested negative for HIV, confirming no transmission occurred within the performer pool.

The production hold was initiated as a precautionary measure following a single performer’s positive HIV test. However, after extensive contact tracing and retesting through Talent Testing Service, all potentially exposed individuals have since tested negative, allowing performers with current clear test panels to return to work safely.

“This suggests no transmission from or within the performer pool and no excess risk to performers,” PASS stated.

The adult entertainment industry has not reported a single case of on-set HIV transmission on a PASS-compliant set since 2004, thanks to robust testing protocols and swift response procedures. The current production hold policy has been in place since 2017, developed in collaboration with the industry’s major testing partners.

Under PASS guidelines, once a confirmed positive HIV test is identified, the system initiates comprehensive re-testing using HIV RNA (PCR/NAT) tests. These tests can detect HIV within 5–10 days post-exposure. PASS mandates testing at least 14 days after potential exposure to surpass the eclipse period and capture 95% of early infections.

Safety Tools and Ongoing Risk Reduction

• PASS continues to promote a multi-layered approach to reduce risk, including:
• 14-day PCR testing protocol adherence
• Use of PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), which can reduce HIV risk by up to 99%
• Condom use, which lowers the risk of transmission by 90–95% when used properly

PASS thanked the performer who tested positive for cooperating fully with contact tracing and emphasized the importance of respecting their privacy and dignity during this difficult time.

“We appreciate the efforts of all involved… As a community, it is essential that we continue to protect the privacy of the performer and provide whatever support and compassion we can,” the organization said.

Performers and producers can now resume filming, provided participants have a current, valid test in accordance with PASS standards. For more information about testing protocols and performer safety, visit www.passcertified.org.

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