Program Accreditation

Miami University and our MAT program have written policies and procedures that ensure the
rights and responsibilities of program students. These policies and procedures are available to the
public via various online University locations; particularly the University Policy Library. Enrolled MAT students are informed of these policies and procedures during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year. Students are also directed to the “Athletic Training Program” Canvas page where they’ll find how to locate the policies and procedures within a standalone file. The file includes links to:

23A Academic Dishonesty Policy
23B Grievance Policy
23C Matriculation Requirements
23D Nondiscrimination Policies
23E Policies for Student Withdrawal and Refund of Tuition and Fees
23F Technical Standards

23A) Academic Dishonesty Policy

Graduate School Academic Integrity

23B) Grievance Policy

Graduate Students: Academic Responsibilities and Academic Grievance

Within our Governance Document (approved by KNH faculty on April 14, 2023), the Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health also employs the following procedures for adjudicating a Grade Review Grievance:

1. After meeting with the instructor and informing the Department Chair the student[s]
   wants a grade review, the student[s] must provide a written statement documenting the
   problem. This written document will be submitted to the Department Chair. The
   following information will be provided to the Department Chair:
   1. Course name, number, section, and semester the course was taught.
   2. Faculty member who was the instructor of record for the course in question.
   3. Specific issues related to the grade review.
2. The Department Chair will notify the faculty member[s] of the request for the grade
   review and seek a written statement from the faculty member[s].
3. The Department Chair will notify the faculty member and the Chair of the Departmental Undergraduate Committee that a grade review has been requested. The specific information collected from items 1 and 2 will be provided to the Undergraduate Committee.
4. The Undergraduate Committee Chair will call a meeting of the committee on a date and time that is convenient for both the student and the faculty member to attend.
5. The Undergraduate Committee will hear the grievance using the following procedures:
   1. Student making the request will speak first (faculty member not present)
   2. Faculty member will speak second (student not present)
   3. The committee will deliberate and make a recommendation to the Department Chair
6. The Department Chair will discuss the Undergraduate Committee's recommendation with the student and the faculty member separately.
7. After the faculty member meets with the Department Chair to discuss the Undergraduate Committee's recommendation, the final decision concerning a change of grade is made by the faculty member alone.

23C) Matriculation Requirements

Master’s Degree Requirements
Graduate Students: Grades and Scholarship
Other Academic Regulations

24D) Nondiscrimination Policies

Miami University Non-Discrimination Regulations

24E) Policies for Student Withdrawal and Refund of Tuition and Fees

Graduate Students: Registration
Refund Process

23F) Technical Standards

Separate Standalone Form

Technical Standards for the Master of Athletic Training Program

The Master of Athletic Training graduate program at Miami University is a rigorous and intense program that
places specific demands and requirements on students enrolled therein. One of the main objectives of this
program is to prepare graduates to enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. The Technical Standards set forth by the program establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level Athletic Trainer (AT), as well as meet the expectations of the CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education). The following abilities and expectations must be met by all students admitted to and actively enrolled in the Master of Athletic Training graduate program. In the event a student is unable to meet these Technical Standards, with or without reasonable accommodation, the student may be subject to removal from the program.

Compliance with the program’s Technical Standards does not guarantee a student’s successful completion of
the program or eligibility for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam.

Candidates for selection to the Miami University Master of Athletic Training graduate program must
demonstrate:

1. The mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate assessment and therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm. Integrity, ethical standards, compassion, interpersonal skills and motivation are all personal traits that will be considered.
2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function and coordination to perform appropriate physical examinations using accepted techniques; and accurately, safely and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and treatment of patients.
3. The ability to observe a patient at a distance noting normal and abnormal body position as well as other non-verbal signals. Observation typically necessitates the functional use of the sense of vision.
4. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds; this includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with patients and communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and speak the English language at a level consistent with competent professional practice.
5. The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately in a standardized medical format.
6. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function efficiently during periods of high stress.
7. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training graduate program as outlined and sequenced.
8. Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations.
9. Affective skills, appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to pro

STATEMENT ON NON-DISCRIMINATION AND DISABILITY SERVICES

Miami University admits students of any race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights and privileges, programs, and activities
generally accorded or made available to students at the University. It does not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or national or ethnic origin in administering its educational policies, admission policies, employment, promotion and
compensation policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other University-administered
programs.

It is the policy of Miami University not to discriminate against students with disabilities in any program or
activity of the University for which the student is qualified, and to provide reasonable accommodation and
academic support services to such students with due regard for the integrity of academic programs. Miami
University’s Masters in Athletic Training Program will consider for admission any applicant who meets its
academic and nonacademic criteria and who demonstrates the ability to perform the skills listed in this
document, with or without reasonable accommodations, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act
and the Rehabilitation Act. Candidates and any current students who have questions regarding the Technical
Standards, or who believe they may need to request reasonable accommodation(s) in order to meet the
Standards, are encouraged to contact the Miller Center for Student Disability Services. In order to be eligible for services, the student must self-disclose his or her need for accommodation and provide supporting documentation that meets the University’s guidelines. Disability documentation will be kept confidential and will be shared with University personnel only with permission of the student, except as is otherwise required by law.

More information can be found at:
https://miamioh.edu/student-life/sds/?_ga=2.17681721.1414581590.1677507265-65180205.1658840113.

STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I acknowledge that I have read the requirements of the Technical Standards for Miami University’s Master
of Athletic Training (“Technical Standards”) form, and I understand the content and terms listed in the
Technical Standards. I agree, to the best of my knowledge, that I comply with these Technical Standards, with or without reasonable accommodations, as is described herein.

Signed: _______________________________________________
Print Name: ____________________________________________
Date: _________________________________________________

Prospective and enrolled students of our Master of Athletic Training program are provided with relevant and accurate information about the institution and program. These policies and procedures are available to the public via various online University locations; particularly the University Policy Library. Enrolled MAT students are informed of these policies and procedures during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year. Students are also directed to the “Athletic Training Program” Canvas page where they’ll find how to locate the policies and procedures within a standalone file.

The file includes links to:

24A Academic calendars
24B Academic curriculum and course sequence
24C Admissions process (including prerequisite courses)
24D All costs associated with the program
24E Catalogs
24F Criminal background check policies
24G Degree requirements
24H Financial aid
24I Grade policies
24J Immunization requirements
24K Information about athletic training clinical experiences
24L Matriculation requirements
24M Nondiscrimination policies
24N Procedures governing the award of available funding for scholarships
24O Program mission, goals, and expected outcomes
24P Recruitment and admissions information
24Q Technical standards or essential functions

24A) Academic calendars

Miami University’s Academic Calendar(s) can be found online.

24B) Academic curriculum and course sequence

The MAT curriculum is available on the Master of Athletic Training website under “Program Overview → Program Coursework”. A standalone document is also available to enrolled students on the “Athletic Training Program” Canvas page, “General Admin” module.

24C) Admissions process (including prerequisite courses)

The MAT admission process is available on the Master of Athletic Training website under “Program Overview, Admission Prerequisites, Application Process”. As well, prospective students can set up an ATCAS account to view our application requirements.

24D) All costs associated with the program

Program Costs can be found on the Master of Athletic Training website under “Program Overview, Program Costs”. As well, a more detailed discussion of program costs occurs during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year with the new MAT cohort.

24E) Catalogs

The Miami University General Bulletin(s) can be found online.

24F) Criminal background check policies

Notification of our criminal background check policy can be found on the Master of Athletic Training website under “Program Overview, Program Costs”. All students are required to complete a background check prior to the start of their first clinical experience. The results of the background check are sent directly to the Office of Human Resources at Miami University. Upon receipt, the office notifies the CCE the background check has been completed and the background check resides with the Office of Human Resources. If a clinical site requires a copy of the background check, arrangements are made through the Office of Human Resources. Information on the background check process can be found at the Miami University Police website.

24G) Degree requirements

General degree requirements for the Miami University Graduate School can be found in the General Bulletin. In addition, Graduate School degree requirements are discussed during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year with the new MAT cohort.

24H) Financial aid

Financial aid options for MAT students can be found in the General Bulletin. Prospective and enrolled students may also gather financial aid information from Miami University’s One Stop.

24I) Grade policies

Grade policies for MAT students can be found within the University Policy Library under “Grades and Scholarships”. In addition, Graduate School grade policies are discussed during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year with the new MAT cohort.

24J) Immunization requirements

Miami University’s immunization requirements can be found on the Master of Athletic Training website under “Program Overview, Program Costs” Specifics of the University’s immunization requirements process can be found at the Student Health Services website.

24K) Information about athletic training clinical experiences

Information about athletic training clinical experiences can be found on the main Master of Athletic Training website. In addition, incoming MAT students are oriented to clinical experience opportunities and requirements during the MAT Onboarding Meeting held virtually in late May and again during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year.

24L) Matriculation requirements

Matriculation requirements for MAT students can be found within the University Policy Library under “Grades and Scholarships”. In addition, “Steps to Graduation” can be found on the Graduate School website.

24M) Nondiscrimination policies

Miami University nondiscrimination policies can be found within the University Policy Library under “Non-Discrimination Policies”.

24N) Procedures governing the award of available funding for scholarships

There are two sources of scholarship offered to our students. The current requirements are listed below. Of note, the current scholarship requirements are written to an undergraduate context. We have recently been given approval to offer these scholarships at the graduate level. We are currently in the process of re-writing the scholarship standards to the graduate level.

EJ and Bessie Colville Grant:

1. Junior in athletic training program with at least 2 years of clinical field experience involvement.
2. Must be nominated by a peer, preceptor, sports medicine staff member, team physician, or ATP faculty **Please Note** Nominations for this Grant must include a written statement in the comments section below.
3. Minimum 3.0 GPA*
4. Consistently demonstrates all professional attitudes/behaviors and performs competencies at or above the level expected as evidenced by preceptor evaluations.
5. Attendance records show attends 95% of functions (MUSATA meetings, In-services, Withrow morning hours), volunteers for various events and activities (MAC Championships, Miami events that are in need of additional assistance, Community Service Projects (reading program, Relay for Life, etc.).
6. Must be outstanding athletic training student with excellent potential for profession.
7. Exemplifies career interest in sports medicine, AT abilities and skills, interest in staff/development, positive leadership, strong moral character, interest and completion of volunteer and assigned clinical experience responsibilities.

Ron Fricke Scholarship Criteria:

1. Sophomore or Junior
2. Minimum 3.0 GPA
3. Consistently demonstrates all professional attitudes/behaviors and performs competencies at or above the level expected as evidenced by preceptor evaluations.
4. Attendance records show attends 95% of functions (MUSATA meetings, In-services, Withrow morning hours), volunteers for various events and activities [MAC Championships, Miami events that are in need of additional assistance, Community Service Projects (reading program, Relay for Life, etc.)].
5. Member of a professional organization (AT related).
6. Exemplifies integrity and commitment to AT program and profession.
7. Has majority vote of Scholarship and Awards Committee.

24O) Program mission, goals, and expected outcomes

Our MAT program’s mission, goals, and expected outcomes can be found on the main Master of Athletic Training website. In addition, mission, goals, and expected outcomes are discussed during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year with the new MAT cohort.

24P) Recruitment and admissions information

Recruitment information includes:

• Information on the combined program in Kinesiology (Bachelor of Science) and the Master of Athletic Training program on the main Master of Athletic Training website.
• Information on the combined program in Applied Biology (Bachelor of Science) and the Master of Athletic Training program on the Department of Biological Sciences website.
• Our MAT program holds a “Virtual Open House” approximately one time per month starting in September until late April. A registration link is added to our main Athletic Training website during the academic year.

Transfer information includes:

• Miami University transfer policy can be found within the University Policy Library under “Transfer Credit”. Our MAT program follows University policy and reviews transfer applications on a case by case basis.

24Q) Technical standards or essential functions

Our MAT program’s Technical Standards are available in multiple locations: - A blank, sample Technical Standards is included on the Master of Athletic Training website. - A blank, usable Technical Standards is available to enrolled students on the “Athletic Training Program” Canvas page, “General Admin” module. - The Technical Standards are discussed during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year with the new MAT cohort. Blank copies are available to review and sign at the meeting.

Students are protected by and have access to written policies and procedures that protect the health and safety of clients/patients and the student. Incoming MAT students are informed of these policies and procedures during the first-year orientation meeting scheduled the first week of the academic year. Students are also directed to the “Athletic Training Program” Canvas page where they’ll find how to locate the policies and procedures within a standalone file. The file includes links to:

26A) Mechanism to differentiate student from credentialed provider
26B) Emergency cardiac care training
26C) Blood-borne pathogen protection and exposure plan procedures
26D) Calibration and maintenance of equipment
26E) Communicable and infectious disease transmission procedures
26F) Immunization requirements
26G) Patient/client privacy protection (FERPA and HIPAA)
26H) Radiation exposure
26I) Sanitation precautions
26J) Venue-specific training expectations
26K) Venue-specific critical incident response procedures

26A) Mechanism to differentiate student from credentialed provider

The MAT program has created identification badges for students. The program requires students to wear the identification badges while engaged in their respective clinical rotation.

A separate hospital/clinic (e.g., Cincinnati Children’s Hospital) identification badge should also be worn when required.

26B) Emergency cardiac care training

Incoming MAT students complete emergency cardiac care training during the MAT orientation held the first week of the fall semester for first-year students. The emergency cardiac care training typically occurs on the second day of the orientation. Emily Davie, Coordinator of Clinical Education, is a certified instructor through the American Red Cross.

Via a hybrid format, Dr. Davie leads the incoming students through the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course. MAT students are required to view preliminary material before the in-person session during orientation week. The CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course is recognized as an acceptable emergency cardiac care (ECC) provider by the Board of Certification, Inc. The training is valid for two years. Students are responsible for renewing their emergency cardiac care certification when expired.

26C) Blood-borne pathogen protection and exposure plan procedures
26E) Communicable and infectious disease transmission procedures

Incoming MAT students complete bloodborne pathogen training during the MAT orientation held the first week of the fall semester for first-year students. Along with the emergency cardiac care training, the bloodborne pathogen training typically occurs on the second day of the orientation.

As well via a hybrid format, Dr. Davie leads the incoming students through the Bloodborne Pathogens course administered by the American Red Cross. MAT students are required to view preliminary material before the in-person session during orientation week. The training is valid for one year. Returning students renew the bloodborne pathogen training via an online format.

Bloodborne diseases and their transmission

Bloodborne diseases are transmitted in a variety of ways (e.g., passing through our skin layer from a cut or stick, contact with our mucous membranes, unprotected sex with an infected partner, a mother infecting her child). The likelihood of any disease being transmitted depends upon the volume and concentration of the material, how transmission occurs (e.g., needle stick versus splash), and our own immune status.

Universal precaution

Universal precaution is a simple approach to infection control. It is a concept that assumes that all human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infected by bloodborne pathogens. Always presume that blood or other potentially infectious materials are contaminated with disease agents.

Other Potentially Infectious Material (OPIM)

Bodily fluids contaminated with blood or infectious agents are defined as OPIM.

• Semen and vaginal secretions (e.g., sexually transmitted diseases or STDs)
• Dentists have a high risk potential considering the volume of saliva they encounter.
• Any body fluids with visible blood.
• People in medical and emergency response situations may be confronted with a mix of specific body fluids that won’t likely be encountered in our workplace.

There is no evidence that vomit, sweat, tears, urine, or feces have ever resulted in anyone acquiring HBV or HIV and are not considered OPIM.

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

HIV targets our immune system. The concentration or number of viruses in the blood is very low. This low concentration provides for a low risk of us becoming infected (up to a 1 in 200 chance from a needle stick). The virus can survive outside a host body for about five (5) hours. However, the risk and the fear factors lie with the fact that there is no vaccine currently available for HIV and we don’t know the latency period between HIV infection and AIDS.

In the United States, AIDS is an epidemic. Fortunately, AIDS cases and deaths resulting from this epidemic are on the decline. HIV continues to have a disproportionate impact on certain populations, particularly racial and ethnic minorities and gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM).

Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. There are currently six (6) known types of hepatitis. While types A and E typically spread as a result of poor sanitation (i.e., through fecal matter), only types B and C are bloodborne. HBV and HCV can be acute or chronic (having short term versus long term symptoms, respectively).

The concentration or number of viruses in the blood can be high. This concentration provides for a higher risk of us becoming infected (up to a 1 in 2.5 chance from a needle stick). The virus can survive outside a host body for about seven (7) days. A vaccine for HBV is available.

HBV is known to be transmitted through anal and oral sexual contact, use of contaminated needles, mother to child, and transfusions (although today’s screening process has minimized this mode). It is not uncommon to find hepatitis spread through family contact or in institutions where close quarters are common. In about one-third of HBV cases the source of the infection is never identified.

In the United States, there are about 5000 deaths every year from the Hepatitis B virus. We see about a quarter of a million new infections reported annually and about 90 percent of those cases involve young adults. About 40 percent of acute (short term) carriers show no symptoms of hepatitis. Chronic carriers have a much greater chance of hepatitis developing into liver cancer.

Exposure control methods

Signs and labels - A visual way to inform people of a possible infectious or biological hazard is by using appropriate signs and labels. The biohazard symbol is an international communications tool. It can be used in conjunction with more specific language like “medical waste”, “infectious waste”, and “infectious”, of “biohazard”.

Exposure control plan – Miami University’s written exposure control plan provides details—as they relate to BBP—on how to respond to a spill, housekeeping techniques, the hepatitis B vaccination program, proper waste disposal, choosing appropriate personal protection equipment, and safe work practices.

Engineering controls - Engineering controls are items or methods you can use to remove or reduce the threat of injury or contamination. For example, sharps containers and biohazard boxes contain waste in a safe and visible manner. A readily available location to wash up is highly effective in reducing the risk of surface contamination to the skin. Rescuers can use oneway valves and nose guards on resuscitation devices.

Personal protective equipment - At minimum, water-proof gloves (e.g., vinyl or latex) and eye protection with side shields must be used when there is the risk of exposure. As appropriate, you should wear a face mask to protect mouth and nose, a gown or apron to avoid contaminating your clothes, and disposable shoe covers. It is important to know your equipment’s limitations. For example, vinyl gloves don’t protect against broken glass or needle sticks. Safety glasses with side shields are inappropriate when liquids may splash (use splash goggles). Face masks are not respirators.

First aid situations - While waiting for a designated rescuer is recommended, you must decide your course of action based on your knowledge and experience and on the person’s injury. Encourage the injured party to administer self-care if possible (e.g., direct pressure). Avoid contact with the victim’s blood or OPIM. If you are a rescuer or expect to administer first aid, you should know the location of personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves). Only under extreme situations and the absence of gloves should you ever consider applying direct pressure with your bare hand. If your hand(s) are healthy (no cuts, sores, hangnails, etc.) and you wash contaminated areas of the skin as soon as possible, the risk of a bloodborne disease will be greatly reduced.

Contaminated waste disposal - Waste contaminated with blood or OPIM is treated as an infectious waste unless otherwise specified. The waste is contained in red bags (or labeled as biohazard). Infectious waste is placed in labeled biohazard boxes for eventual removal by a contractor for incineration. The current drop-off sites are 117B Student Health Center, 102 Goggin Ice Center, 144 Yager Stadium, 418 Mosler Hall Miami University Hamilton, 124 Levey Hall Miami University Middletown. Contaminated sharps must be packaged in a punctureresistant container and disposed of as infectious waste unless otherwise instructed.

Contaminated laundry - While soiled linen has been identified as a source of large numbers of pathogenic microorganisms, the risk of disease being transmitted from soiled linen is negligible.

However, to further reduce the risk, wear gloves while handling soiled linen and wash your hands afterwards. If your clothes become contaminated, remove and wash the clothes as soon as you can following your detergent manufacturer’s directions. If you wash university laundry that typically or incidentally becomes contaminated, refer to the Exposure Control Plan for laundering procedures.

HBV program at Miami University

If it has been determined that your educational program (especially the clinical education portion) offers a reasonably anticipated high risk of exposure to blood or OPIM, you are eligible to participate in the University’s hepatitis B vaccination program.

Vaccinations are administered through the Student Health Center. If you consent, it is your responsibility to report to Student Health with your signed Consent/Declination form and to stay on schedule with the shot series. If you are eligible for the hepatitis B vaccination and previously declined to participate, you may consent to the series at any time. Contact the MAT faculty for more information.

HBV vaccine

The Hepatitis B vaccine is noninfectious, is produced in yeast cells, is not made with human blood or blood products, and is offered to individuals with a high risk of exposure to build their immunity to infection from HBV.

The side-effects you might experience from the Hepatitis B vaccination are similar to the vaccinations you received as a child. There are no known harmful effects to those who have had Hepatitis B or currently test positively for the virus antibody.

The administering medical staff may not offer you the vaccination based on your medical history. You may not be vaccinated if you: are allergic to yeast; have an immunodeficiency disease; have had a recent illness or infection with a related high fever; are pregnant; or are breastfeeding.

The effectiveness of the Hepatitis B vaccine is quite high. Most people completing the series (95 percent) are immune. Immunity is projected to last indefinitely. While you are immune, you are protected against the variety of ways the disease can be transmitted. You can even donate blood if the vaccine was received as a pre-exposure measure of protection.

Pre- vs. post-exposure vaccination

Pre-exposure vaccinations are encouraged when offered. They are preventative in nature and protect an individual against an exposure. When post-exposure vaccinations are offered, they are most effective if started within 48 hours from initial exposure. However, the vaccination series should not be delayed more than seven (7) days after exposure. When administered for a postexposure incident the vaccine is 70% - 75% effective in preventing HBV.

Exposure incidents

An occupational exposure incident has occurred if, in the performance of your duties, your eye, nose, or mouth (mucous membranes) come in physical contact with blood or OPIM or when you are stuck, cut, or otherwise had your skin barrier compromised by a potentially contaminated sharp. Cleaning up a blood or OPIM spill does not constitute an exposure incident even if you get blood on your skin unless the area of contact in unhealthy (e.g., cut, rash, etc.).

Examples of exposure incidents include: somebody’s blood or OPIM getting on your recent cut or broken cuticles; blood splashing into your eye; being stuck by a hypodermic needle in a trash bag; while cleaning up a blood spill, you rub your eyes with your hand and remember you’re wearing a contaminated glove.

The most common high-risk mode of contact with blood or OPIM in an occupational setting is from a puncture injury (e.g., needlestick). Although university procedures prohibit the disposal of hypodermic needles and other sharps in regular trash, irresponsible disposal is a possibility. Always take care when handling waste.

Contact with the mucous membranes (i.e., eyes, nose, mouth) is another potential high-risk mode of transmission. Be sure to wear your personal protection equipment when handling blood or OPIM situations.

Post-exposure evaluation and follow-up

If you experience an occupational exposure incident, you can receive a confidential medical evaluation and blood testing at no cost to you. Post-exposure evaluations and follow-up appointments are voluntary. You should report to the Student Health Center within 72 hours. (Refer to the ECP for procedures when the Student Health Center is closed for extended periods). Medical staff will document the details of the incident. You should provide the name of the source individual, if known. You will be asked to consent to blood tests. This is all confidential and voluntary. Only you will receive the results.

If you choose to have blood tests following an exposure incident, remember they are voluntary and be advised that: 1) HIV procedure requires several tests over a period of time; 2) you will be offered the HBV vaccine if determined necessary by the medical staff; and 3) medical records created from post-exposure testing are confidential and between you and your physician.

Spill cleanup

Although it is referred to as a “spill”, Miami University typically experiences blood on a walking or working surface as a result of a minor injury. Except in first aid cases, addressing a blood or OPIM spill is a controlled response. That means you can barricade and address the spill at your pace and without the chance of someone else exposing you unnecessarily. Remember: work so not to spread the spill; avoid splashing or spraying by using brushes or brooms; approach sharps with caution and dispose of them in a puncture-resistant container; and when your gloves are on, always presume they are contaminated.

Cleanup kits

If you are responsible for cleaning up blood or OPIM, or if you supervise staff that do, it is important to know: where kits are located and be sure they are accessible on all shifts; what is in the kit and how to use the materials contained it; and the cleanup procedures including what personal protection equipment is in the kit and when to wear them. Departments may choose a spill kit that best serves their needs so be familiar with your kit.

Decontamination

You have three readily available options for a decontaminate and respective contact time.

• A 10 percent solution of household bleach for 15 minutes. This solution loses its effectiveness over time and should be used within 24 hours of mixing.
• Undiluted household bleach for 30 seconds
• Any EPA-registered disinfectant that is labeled a tuberculocidal. If the label only indicates “HIV-Effective”, the product may not be effective against hepatitis.

Spill cleanup procedure

1. Control the area and keep others away.
2. Protect yourself first. Inspect and don your personal protection equipment.
3. Open the red disposal bag and roll the lip outward so you can drop waste in without contaminating outside of bag.
4. Pour or spray your decontaminant to cover the spill. You may them cover the spill area with paper towels and allow to sit for the necessary contact time.
5. Clean walls or other non-level surfaces with your decontaminant solution and allow to air dry.
6. If there are sharps that require disposal, remember to place them in a puncture-resistant container first. When secured place the container in the bag.
7. All other materials from the cleanup should be put in the bag.
8. When the area has been cleared of cleanup materials, spray decontaminant over the affected area again and allow to air dry.
9. Remove your personal protection equipment and place in the bag. Remember, you can decontaminate and reuse non-disposable equipment.
10. Close and secure the bag. Only touch the uncontaminated outside of the bag.
11. Dispose of bag as infectious waste.
12. Wash your hands with soap and water.

26D) Calibration and maintenance of equipment

Therapeutic Modality Policy

The Miami University Athletic Training Program and its affiliated clinical sites possess multiple therapeutic modalities intended for the treatment of patients and as tools in the instruction of modality principles and practices as required by the 2020 CAATE Accreditation Standards. Any student use of therapeutic modalities on campus or at off campus sites must be performed under the direct supervision of an Athletic Trainer or other licensed health care provider.

Modality Calibration

Following manufacturer recommendation, all electrical therapeutic modalities (e.g., neuromuscular electrical stimulation, ultrasound) are calibrated annually by a certified calibration technician contracted by the program (Ellinger Services, Inc). Calibrations are typically conducted in November of each year. Outpatient clinics affiliated with the academic program administer calibrations according to their respective policies and procedures (annual as well), while high schools possessing electrical modalities are invited to have calibrations performed by the calibration technician contracted by the program.

Electrical integrity checks on non-modulating modalities (e.g., hydrocollator, ice machine, paraffin wax bath) are performed annually as well. Electrical checks on non-modulating modalities located on campus are performed by the certified calibration technician at the time of calibration. Electrical checks at high schools are performed by electricians contracted by each school, while electrical checks at outpatient clinics are performed by the technician hired by each respective clinic per their policies and procedures.

Following manufacturer recommendation, ice machines (if applicable) should be cleaned and descaled at least once a year, if not more depending upon how hard the water is at that particular location.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are required for all therapeutic modalities.

Modality Problems and Repair

Any mechanical problems encountered by clinical staff or athletic training students should be reported to the supervising athletic trainer immediately. That modality will be removed from use until the problem is remedied. If the repair cannot be performed on site by the clinical staff, the compromised modality will be shipped out for repair or a technician will be hired to perform the repair on site.

26F) Immunization requirements for students

The MAT program follows the University’s Immunization Policy. Miami University (Oxford campus) requires several vaccines and strongly encourages others. Incoming students must submit documentation as evidence of these immunizations. The deadline is August 1 for students starting in summer or fall. MAT students who completed their undergraduate degree at Miami University have already fulfilled this requirement.

International students do not need to submit the immunization form electronically by the deadline. Instead, they should bring documentation of their vaccine records to orientation.

The following vaccines are required for Miami University Oxford students:

• Tdap: One (1) adult dose in the last 10 years.
• Hepatitis B: Three (3) doses of Hepatitis B OR lab report confirming immunity.
• MMR: Two (2) doses of MMR (second one must have occurred on or after first birthday) OR Two (2) doses of Measles, Two (2) doses Mumps, and One (1) dose of Rubella OR lab reporting confirming immunity for each.
• Varicella: Two (2) doses of varicella OR Lab report confirming immunity.
• Polio: Three (3) or more doses of IPV or OPV. If the third dose of either series was received prior to the fourth birthday, a fourth (4) dose is required. If a combination of OPV and IPV was received, four doses of either vaccine are required.
• Meningococcal conjugate (ACWY)*: One (1) dose since age 16.

The following vaccine is strongly recommended (but not required) for Miami Oxford and Miami Regionals students:

• COVID-19: Completion of both doses of the Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine (also known as Comirnaty), Moderna (two doses) or Johnson and Johnson (one dose), or another vaccine approved by the World Health Organization (WHO). We also recommend students stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters on the schedule recommended by the CDC.

26G) Patient/client privacy protection (FERPA and HIPAA)

MAT students are covered by the University’s Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Policy. This policy can be accessed via the University’s Policy Library.

In addition, all incoming MAT students are required to complete online FERPA training. The training is explained at the MAT on-boarding meeting that occurs in late May prior to the summer start of the MAT curriculum. FERPA training is to be completed beforehand (sometime in the summer) by the incoming student. Incoming students are not permitted to begin a clinical rotation until the training is complete and documented. A record of course completion can be found in two locations: 1) the student uploads a record of course completion into our program’s Canvas page, and 2) a record of course completion can also be found within our ATrack account.

As a form of confidential information, MAT students are required to comply with the University’s Confidential Information Policy. This policy can be accessed via the University’s Policy Library.

In addition, all incoming MAT students are required to complete online HIPAA training. The training is explained at the MAT on-boarding meeting that occurs in late May prior to the summer start of the MAT curriculum. HIPAA training is to be completed beforehand (sometime in the summer) by the incoming student. Incoming students are not permitted to begin a clinical rotation until the training is complete and documented. A record of course completion can be found in two locations: 1) the student uploads a record of course completion into our program’s Canvas page, and 2) a record of course completion can also be found within our ATrack account.

26H) Radiation exposure

The MAT program follows the guidance of the University’s Radiation Safety Office. The Radiation Safety Office provides the means necessary for personnel to protect themselves, their coworkers, the general public, and the environment from detrimental effects of radioactive materials and radiation generating equipment used within the University. While the MAT program itself does not utilize radiation generating equipment, students are introduced to the office’s training opportunities and guides. In addition, there is a short course session on ionizing radiation and protective measures with KNH 636 – Therapeutic Interventions I – Modalities. When applicable, the MAT program defers to the clinical education site for additional radiation exposure policies.

26I) Sanitation precautions

The Athletic Training Lab (Phillips Hall #106) is equipped with a sink, soap, hot/cold water supply, and paper towel which ensures the ability to clean hands before and after patient encounters. In addition, all clinical education sites utilized by the program are required to be equipped with a sink, soap, hot/cold water supply, and paper towel which ensures the ability to clean hands before and after patient encounters. CAATE

26J) Venue-specific training expectations

The MAT program defers to all clinical education sites (both on-campus and off-campus) for venue-specific training expectations. Site-specific orientations with students at each clinical education site occur at the beginning of the student’s clinical experience rotation and completion is acknowledged within ATrack. CAATE

Standard 26K: Venue-specific critical incident response procedures

Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) are a component of the venue-specific training that occurs at each clinical education site. EAP orientations with students at each clinical education site occur at the beginning of the student’s clinical experience rotation and completion is acknowledged within ATrack.

A printed copy of the Emergency Action Plan for Phillips Hall (academic building for the MAT program) can be found in three locations:

1. The Main KNH Department offices: #204 Phillips Hall
2. Athletic Training Lab: #106 Phillips Hall
3. Athletic Training Simulation Room: #120 Phillips Hall