7-2012 - When a Significant Exposure is Suspected: Actions of Employee

In the event of a significant exposure, the employee should do the following:

1. Seek initial medical examination with Occupational Medicine Consultants or HCMC ER; 

1. The employee may obtain testing, counseling, and follow-up services through their own medical provider;
2. Refer to the Checklist for Work-Related Injuries

2. Complete a Supervisor’s Report of Injury (IOD) form and submit it to their immediate supervisor.

Note: Employees may be responsible for medical expenses incurred if Worker’s Compensation guidelines are not followed and/or Worker’s Compensation does not accept the claim.