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The Occupational Health Program at Texas A&M University integrates exposure assessment, risk mitigation, and medical surveillance services to improve the occupational health and safety of the Texas A&M University community and to comply with federal and state regulations.
Occupational health services at Texas A&M University are provided by two entities on campus:
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Occupational health for biological hazards, which includes microorganisms, biological toxins, and allergens from humans or animals, is provided through the Biosafety Occupational Health Program (BOHP) and administered through the Office of Biosafety.
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Occupational health needs such a radiation safety, chemical safety, respiratory protection and hearing protection are provided by the Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHSD).
Health care services are provided by a health care provider under contract to Texas A&M University.
Not sure who to contact regarding your occupational health? If you know the hazard type, look in the table below for the contact information. If you are not sure you may call 979-862-4549 or 979-845-2132, and we will direct you as needed.
Contact Information and Emergency Procedures
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For Exposure to this Hazard |
Contact This Provider |
Business Hours Phone |
Web |
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After Hours Emergency Contact |
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Microorganisms which may cause disease in humans
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BOHP |
979-862-4549 |
Communications Center (Radio Room) at 979-845-4311 |
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Bloodborne pathogens
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BOHP |
979-862-4549 |
Communications Center (Radio Room) at 979-845-4311 |
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Exposure to Animals (e.g. zoonotic disease and allergens) |
BOHP |
979-862-4549 |
Communications Center (Radio Room) at 979-845-4311 |
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Asbestos |
EHS |
979-845-2132 |
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Radiation |
EHS |
979-845-2132 |
Communications Center (Radio Room) at 979-845-4311 |
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Noise exposure |
EHS |
979-845-2132 |
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Respiratory Protection Program |
EHS |
979-845-2132 |
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Chemical Exposure |
EHS |
979-845-2132 |
Communications Center (Radio Room) at 979-845-4311 |
