For those who do not wish to participate in the health assessment, proof of immunization is required. TB screening is required for those individuals who work with non-human primates. A supervisor may not waive the right of an employee to participate if he or she wishes. Exemptions may be given for projects that involve the observation of birds or other animals, or the use of most fish and amphibians. If needed, tetanus shots will be given to employees by the Student Health Care Center.
Important information required on the form includes the type and frequency of animal contact.
It is critical that the principal investigator or supervisor checks this information because the physician who performs the health assessment uses the information. The health assessment will not be performed if the information is not available at the time of the appointment. For new employees, the HAMS screen in which the appropriate animal contact questions are answered supersedes the form. Please inform the SHCC personnel that this is a preplacement examination so that appropriate billing will be facilitated. Current employees appointments The departmental representative for current employees with animal contact should set up an appointment for an Occupational Medicine Program Animal Contact health assessment.