ASHLAND UNIVERSITY

MEDICAL SERVICES AND FIRST AID POLICY

JANUARY, 2006

Policy

It is the intent and commitment of Ashland University to comply with the Federal OSHA Guideline, 29 CFR 1910.151, Medical Services and First Aid. The policies and procedures outlined herein are to be applied across all departments and locations.

Purpose

It is essential that all employees have a thorough understanding of the accepted procedure for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses and for obtaining appropriate care. The goal of this plan is to specifically identify the components of a medical-emergency response plan and will address:

1. emergency telephone numbers
2. first aid kits
3. first-aid/CPR certification
4. eye wash stations and safety showers
5. medical attention
6. how to report and document an occupational incident

1. Emergency telephone numbers

A list of emergency phone numbers should be posted or readily available. It may be difficult to recall phone numbers during an emergency situation. A good idea might be to have the list of specific department emergency numbers posted in every work site along with campus emergency numbers.

Safety Services extension is 5555. When 9-1-1 is dialed from a campus phone, the call is routed through Safety Services so they are aware of the emergency and can assist with the emergency procedures.

2. First Aid Kits

First aid kits need to be easily accessible to each work area, periodically inspected, and replenished as needed.

All employees should be aware of the location of the nearest first aid kit and its contents.

Each department must assign a person to maintain their kit(s).

A listing of the standard small first-aid kit contents is included with your kit. Supplies can be acquired cost-free through the Bookstore.

Check for sterile supplies that have been opened or damaged and expiration dates.

3. First Aid/CPR certifications

Ashland University employees are offered free training and certification classes in both first aid and CPR. Training sessions can be taken at the Red Cross and/or classes brought to campus.

4. Eye Wash Stations and safety showers

Suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body must be provided within the work area wherever there is a potential for any person to be exposed to injurious corrosive materials.

The eye wash unit must be capable of furnishing a 15 minute continuous supply of water or sterile fluid. Eye wash units and safety showers must be clearly marked with a sign that makes them easy to locate in the event of an emergency.

Eye wash and safety shower testing requirements

Emergency showers and eye wash equipment need to be on a testing schedule. Test safety showers monthly for volume, and eye wash units weekly for eye wash flow and document results.

A staff member must be assigned to test and document results.

5. Medical attention

If an occupational injury/illness requires medical attention, the supervisor should prearrange the employee triage visit through the Health Center (extension 5200).

Open Fall and Spring semesters only.