Hazardous Materials / Globally Harmonized System
It is the policy of Mercy College to provide a safe environment for all students based on guidelines established by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA), including the Hazard Communication Standard. This standard has been aligned with the globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals, adopted by the United Nations in 2003. During orientation to the clinical education site, the student will be shown the following: the location of the hazardous materials/waste management manual, the safety data sheets (SDSs), the inventory of hazardous materials, hazard warning labels and their significance, and measures that students can take to protect themselves from hazardous materials.
Exposure Protocol
Although protocol may vary among clinical/field sites, upon exposure, it is the responsibility of the student to immediately notify their clinical preceptor and the clinical coordinator. Students should follow the appropriate exposure protocol in effect at that clinical/field site. Any subsequent healthcare costs are the responsibility of the student.