Exempt Information and Courses from MediaLab, Inc.
These are the MediaLab courses that cover Exempt and links to relevant pages within the course.
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| Donor Preparation The donor must not be asked to remove any article of clothing other than those previously mentioned. Additionally, the donor must not be asked to remove clothing in order to wear an examination gown unless undergoing a physical examination authorized by the Department of Transportation. Boots do not have to be removed unless the collector is suspicious that they contain something in them that could be used to adulterate or dilute the specimen or be used as a substitute.If the donor refuses to remove a head covering because of religious reasons, the collector may exempt the donor from doing so unless the collector has an observable indicator that the donor is trying to hide something inside the head covering. | View Page |
| Exempt Substances Laboratory specimens that are unlikely to cause disease and do not meet the criteria for category A or B substances are not subject to Division 6.2 regulations. Specimens for which the hazardous materials regulation (HMR) does not apply include human or animal samples (including, but not limited to, secreta, excreta, blood and its components, tissue and tissue fluids, and body parts) being transported for routine testing not related to the diagnosis of an infectious disease. This includes specimens that are being sent for: drug or alcohol testing cholesterol testing blood glucose level testing prostate specific antibody (PSA) testing testing to monitor kidney or liver function pregnancy testing tests for diagnosis of non-infectious diseases such as cancer biopsies | View Page |
| Exempt Specimen Packaging and Labeling Although the specimens that were discussed on the previous page are not subject to the Division 6.2 requirements for packaging and labeling, it is important to remember that there are other packaging and labeling requirements that may apply, such as OSHA requirements included in the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, healthcare facility requirements, and laboratory regulatory agency requirements, such as those of the Joint Commission and the College of American Pathologists. If the package is being sent by air, IATA, does require an exempt specimen to be marked as "Exempt Human Specimen," or "Exempt Animal Specimen." The DOT does not require this marking, so it would not be necessary if the specimen is being shipped by ground. | View Page |
| Packaging Considerations Several things need to be considered when you are determining how to package a laboratory specimen. These considerations include: Type of specimen Solid Liquid Classification Category A Category B Exempt Size of the specimen Temperature at which the specimen must be held during shipping Will dry ice be included in the package? The specimen components Does the specimen contain a preservative, such as formalin, that may be regulated? Mode of transportation Commercial ground Passenger air Cargo air Postal service Private or contract carrier using exclusive use motor vehicle | View Page |
| Dry Ice If dry ice is used as a refrigerant, it must be placed outside the secondary packaging. Interior supports must be provided to secure the secondary packaging in the original position after the dry ice has dissipated. The packaging must be designed and constructed to permit the release of carbon dioxide gas to prevent a buildup of pressure that could rupture the packaging. A "miscellaneous hazardous materials" label (class 9) must be affixed to the outer package along with a "dry ice" label that includes the UN designation "UN 1845." The net quantity (weight) of the dry ice must also be stated. If the package (category B or exempt substance) is sent through the mail, the amount of dry ice that can be used is limited to 5 pounds, unless advanced arrangements have been made. | View Page |
| Category A Packages - Shipper's Declaration For Dangerous Goods A "shipper's declaration for dangerous goods" form must be filled out for category A packages, but is NOT required for category B or exempt packages. The shipper's declaration must be handed to the courier picking up the package; do not place it inside the box. The number of copies that are required varies according to shipper, but you should always keep one copy. This copy must be retained for 2 years. If dry ice is included in a package containing a category A substance, it should also be listed on the shipper's declaration for dangerous goods. However, it is NOT necessary to fill out this form if dry ice is included in category B or exempt packaging; details about the dry ice are included instead on the air waybill. The following page illustrates a completed Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods form. Subsequent pages will highlight and discuss each section of the form. | View Page |
| What additional labels would be added if the specimen needed to be kept cold and dry ice is used as a refrigerant? Choice Label Choice Label AGBH CIDJ EK FL | View Page |