Mike McKay
420 Oak Street
Prakken 153
Big Rapids, Mich. 49307
(231) 591-2147
[email protected]
Health Resources
It is the responsibility and intent of Ferris State University to protect the health and safety of faculty, staff, students and visitors while engaged in the educational and business activities of the University. To this end, the University will provide the necessary services and controls to promote, create and maintain a safe and healthful environment and operations. Colleges and departments shall develop programs, standards, and procedures to, at a minimum, comply with federal, state and local regulations.
The CDC Travel Health website can be viewed for updated issues impacting travelers. Travelers' Health | CDC
The US Department of State publishes travel advisory information to assist you with trip planning.
The US Department of State Smart Travelers Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
The Office of International Education provides tips for travel and safety.
- Bloodborne Infectious Disease Fact Sheet
- Bloodborne Pathogen Policy
- Ferris Exposure Control Plan Template
- Medical Waste Management Policy
- Sample Bloodborne Infectious Diseases Exposure Control Plan for Health Care Facilities
- Sample Bloodborne Infectious Diseases Exposure Control Plan for Employers with Limited Employee Exposure
- Medical Offices MIOSHA Standards Requirements
We want all of our students, faculty and staff to be healthy. This page will keep our Ferris community up to date on the communicable diseases that may affect our workplace.
HR Link - Health and Safety - Communicable Diseases (ferris.edu)
As always, please remain home if you are ill. If you have a long term illness (five days or longer), please contact [email protected] or call (231) 591-2150 for next steps.
The Birkam Health Center offers CDL, respirator, and other assessments related to
faculty and staff positions by appointment.
Your working environment should be comfortable to work in. Many employees experience discomfort or pain while sitting because of improperly positioned chairs, desks, or furniture.
Work station assessments can be requested via email to Mike McKay at [email protected]
Mike can help you assess how you can better configure your workspace to meet your ergonomic needs.