Medical Review Officer Online Course with Live Discussion (Includes Digital Syllabus)-Reporting, Workplace Safety Concerns

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Video Summary
In this video, the fourth module of a course on workplace safety concerns and reporting is discussed. The module focuses on how to assess and report potential workplace safety concerns. It begins by explaining the role of the MRO (Medical Review Officer) or MRO assistant in reviewing the MRO copy of the CCF (Chain of Custody Form) before reporting any results to the DOT (Department of Transportation). Negative results can be electronically transmitted, while non-negatives require a personal review and signature from the MRO. For non-negatives, such as positive results, immediate reporting and submission of a written form is required. If the employer is using a third-party administrator, the MRO can notify the TPA instead of the employer. Various scenarios and reporting methods are discussed, including CCF, letterhead, or any other form with the same information. The video also highlights the importance of understanding and reporting split results, as well as the FMCSA Clearinghouse for commercial motor vehicle drivers. MRO recordkeeping and reporting of canceled tests or changes in verified results are also explained. The second half of the module delves into safety concerns, specifically related to opioids and workplace fitness for duty. Guidelines and regulations from various organizations and departments are discussed, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Washington State Interagency Guidelines, and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM). The video also covers MRO reporting of safety concerns, noting the differences in requirements between the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). The importance of confidentiality and ethical considerations are emphasized. The video concludes by addressing specific reporting protocols and timing requirements for MROs in relation to safety concerns and prescription medication use. Concerns about the five-day pause required by DOT regulations and the potential impact on reporting and liability are also raised.
Keywords
workplace safety concerns
MRO
CCF
DOT
opioids
fitness for duty