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Health and Safety Checklist - Aug 2021
Health and Safety Checklist - Aug 2021
Health and Safety Checklist - Aug 2021
Sinai Health (SH) is committed to providing a safe environment for all students. Under the Occupational Health
and Safety Act (OHSA) employers must provide instruction, information, policies and procedures to safely
conduct work. Employers must take every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of students.
Item Details
Review the following:
o COVID-19 symptoms and the process if experiencing symptoms:
https://www.sinaihealth.ca/staff/covid-19-information-for-our-people/
Calling in sick o Responsibility of students with even one mild symptom to stay home and contact
OHS 416-586-4800 x7425 (MSH) or 416-461-8252 x2803 (BAH)
o Exchange contact information for student, preceptor, and back-up preceptor for
communication in the event of student or preceptor unexpected absence
Review the process for responding if a student is involved in a workplace incident:
o If first aid treatment is required, report to the OHS Clinic at MSH (60 Murray
Workplace Street, 1st floor) or BAH (G.057). Hours of operation: M-F, 7:30am-3:30pm
Incidents and o If OHS is closed or major medical attention is required, visit the Mount Sinai
Illnesses Emergency Department
o Students and their preceptors must complete an incident report (SAFER) for all
work-related incidents/illnesses/hazards
Review student responsibilities under the OHSA including:
Occupational
Health and o Compliance with all SH policies (e.g. Scented Products and Fragrances Policy)
Safety Act o Reporting hazards, equipment malfunctions, contraventions and incidents to
(OHSA) their preceptor
Roles and o Not engaging in behaviour that may endanger themselves or others
Responsibilities
o Knowing and exercising their three OHSA rights (to know, participate, & refuse)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, gowns, or face shields may
Personal be required for specific tasks and areas. Review the following:
Protective o Student responsibility to inspect PPE before use; report defects to the preceptor
Equipment o Process for selecting and accessing appropriate PPE (clinical PPE selection
(PPE) guides are available on the unit and also on the COVID-19 Information &
Resources page on the MSH Intranet and BAH Portal)
Student Signature:
Date:
I have reviewed the information covered in this document with the above student and will provide adequate
supervision to ensure the student demonstrates compliance with the above organizational policies and
practices throughout their placement.
Preceptor Signature:
Date: