NLU PA Program — Didactic Year Handbook
Appendix E: Occupational Exposure, Injury, Illness, and Incident Reporting Policy
Website: www.nlupaprogram.com
Effective Date: 11/1/2026
Last Reviewed: 11/1/2026
Review Cycle: Annually
Related ARC-PA Standards: A3.15, B2.16, B2.17, B2.18, B2.19, C1.01, C1.02
Purpose
The National Louis University (NLU) Physician Assistant (PA) Program is committed to providing a safe educational environment for students participating in classroom instruction, simulation laboratories, community engagement, and Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPEs). This policy establishes procedures for reporting, evaluating, treating, documenting, and monitoring occupational injuries, illnesses, and exposures that occur while students are engaged in Program- sponsored educational activities. The policy is designed to protect student health and safety while ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations, clinical affiliate requirements, and ARC-PA Accreditation Standards.
Scope
This policy applies to all PA students participating in:
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Didactic instruction
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Clinical skills laboratories
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Simulation activities
● Community service sponsored by the Program
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Health fairs
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Interprofessional education activities
● Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPEs)
● Any Program-approved educational activity
Policy Statement
Students who sustain an occupational injury, illness, or who are exposed to bloodborne pathogens, body fluids, infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals, environmental hazards, or other occupational risks while participating in Program activities shall immediately report the incident and seek appropriate medical evaluation.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
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Needlestick injuries
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