Transcript Document
Part III
Policies and Procedures
University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all citizens
without regard to race, color, gender, disability, religion, age, sexual
orientation, marital or parental status, or national origin.
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Maryland Tort Claims Act (MTCA)
Immunity from Suit for UME Volunteers
Negligence, Ordinary Care & Tort
Scope of Duties (Position Description)
Appointment & Training Procedures
Gross Negligence
Intentional Misconduct or Malice
Invasion of Privacy
Legal Representation
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Universal Precautions
What are Universal Precautions?
Precautions used when:
Providing first aid
Handling blood or bodily fluids
Intended to prevent transmission of:
Hepatitis
HIV infections
Other contagious diseases
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Universal Precautions include:
Personal protective barriers
Proper handling of protective barriers
Effective hand washing
Seeking medical attention when needed
Cleaning/disinfecting surfaces
Bleach and water at 1 to 10 strength
Using pick-ups for sharp objects
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Other Precautions to Consider
Do not share personal items
Store personal items in separate areas
Participants attend to their own first aid needs
and dispose of their own waste
Wear gloves to dispose of personal litter
First Aid and Spill kits
Keep copies of members Health Forms in a
secure location that can be easily accessible in
an emergency situation
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Websites for Additional Information:
Recommendations for Prevention of HIV Transmission in Health-Care
Settings
www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/00023587.htm
Perspectives in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Update:
Universal Precautions for Prevention of Transmission of Human
Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis B Virus, and Other Bloodborne
Pathogens in Health-Care Settings
www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/00000039.htm
Guidelines for Prevention of Transmission of Human Immunodeficiency
Virus and Hepatitis B Virus to Health-Care and Public-Safety Workers
http://wonder.cdc.gov/wonder/prevguid/p0000114/p0000114.asp
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HIV & AIDS
No Mandatory Testing
Confidentiality
Universal Precautions
Treatment Protocol
No University Services for Volunteers
Reporting Requirement
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“The University
views this illness as
a serious social and
personal tragedy,
and seeks to
address all
ramifications of this
policy with
sensitivity toward
all who may be
involved or
affected.”
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Drug & Alcohol Abuse
Prohibited on University property & at activities
Rules & Standards of Conduct
Capable of performing duties
Employees and volunteers are prohibited from:
Abusing alcohol or drugs
Controlled substances offenses
Alcohol driving offense
Working and volunteering under the influence
Law Enforcement Agency Investigation
Disciplinary Sanctions
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Smoking Policy
Federal & State Guidelines
Smoke-Free Environment
Prohibited in indoor
locations
Prohibited outside within
15 feet of …
Building Entrance
Air Intake Duct
Window
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Child Protection & Abuse
Maryland Code
Report suspected abuse or neglect to …
Local Department of Social Services
Local Law Enforcement Agency
Educators and volunteers must report
within 48 hours
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Sexual Harassment
Unwelcome Sexual Advances
Unwelcome Sexual Requests
Other Unwelcome Sexual Behavior
Informal Complaint
Formal Complaint
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Affirmative Action
Open to All
Without regard to …
All Reasonable Efforts
Record Keeping
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Americans with Disabilities Act
Accessibility Issues
Visual & Hearing Impairments
Advanced Notification
Reasonable Accommodations
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Risk Management Procedures
What is Risk Management?
Goals
Overview of the Process
Identify the Risk
Measure the Risk
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Risk Management (continued)
Controlling or Financing Risk
Avoid, Eliminate or Reduce Risk
Transfer Risk Control to Others
Retain the Risk
Transfer Financial Responsibility to Others
Insure the Risk
Manage Claims and Losses
UME Incident and Accident Reports
Monitor and Make Changes
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Questions?
This presentation was originally created by Dan Tabler.
It was revised by Dr. Lisa Dennis, 4-H Youth and Adult Leadership Specialist,
as well as Amy Rhodes, Sharon Pahlman, and David Gordon 2010.
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