Faculty Handbook

• Sharps containers must not be overfilled and must be closed prior to removal or replacement. When regulated medical waste containers, red bags, or sharp containers, are about half full, employees should call the EHS Office at ext. 5581, for removal. PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING BLOOD SPILLS, BODILY FLUID SPILLS, AND MINOR CUTS The University Police Department will serve as the main coordinator for all incidents within the College. Employees who have come across an area with blood or bodily fluid spill should: • Secure the area to prevent others from coming in contact with the site • Notify UPD at ext. 5566 (UPD will notify the EHS office) • Notify their supervisor Employees who have encounter potentially infectious blood or bodily fluid should: • Report incident to UPD to file a work-related incident report • Seek opinions from the Nurse on the 6th floor and the EHS Office • Seek immediate medical attention Hepatitis B Vaccination Policies The Hepatitis B vaccine is available to all employees involved in patient care, maintenance of patient care areas and public safety. Refer to UEC policy on Hepatitis B vaccines. EXPIRED MEDICATION All expired medication must be given to the Clinic Manager. The expired medication will then be sent to the EHS office, which ships the medication to an approved reverse distribution company for disposal. ANNUAL COMPLIANCE TRAINING In compliance with regulations and SUNY College of Optometry procedure, every employee must complete the New Employee Orientation online soon after they start work at the College and complete an online Annual Compliance Training every calendar year thereafter. RESOURCES For more information about the University Police and Environmental Health and Safety departments, please go to: Environmental Health and Safety - SUNY College of Optometry (sunyopt.edu)

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