If there are doubts about the seriousness of an accident or illness, an emergency team will be called. The rescue team can make the medical determination once they arrive. Don't hesitate to use any campus phone dial 911. Identify yourself give specific information directions so a rescue team can respond. After you have made the initial call, please inform proper campus officials call the switchboard operator inform him/her of the emergency.

The institution provides an education environment as free as possible from recognized hazards. Students employees are expected to comply with all safety health requirements whether established by the college or by federal, state or local law.

The institution does not provide on-campus medical services other than emergency first aid. However, medical services are readily available at local clinics the area hospital.

MPCC reserves the right to call for medical services in case of accident or illness to a student on campus. The expenses for medical services shall be the responsibility of the student.

Every effort is made to prevent accidents. MPCC assumes no liability, expressed or implied, for the result of sickness or accidents involving personal injury to any student, whether in connection with college properties or elsewhere. Students attending MPCC are not covered by Worker's Compensation.

The college recognizes that a student with an infectious disease may wish to continue to engage in as many normal pursuits as the condition allows, including education experiences. The college recognizes that a student in this situation should be allowed to continue his or her education in the least restrictive environment as long as the condition is not a threat to the student, other students, employees, persons coming in contact with the infected person.

The college does not provide insurance for students. Students are personally responsible for their health accident insurance coverage. Student insurance plans are available through several insurance carriers the college suggests that the student carry some form of health accident insurance on themselves.

The college is not liable for damage, theft, or loss of personal property in the residence halls or campus. Students are advised to check their family insurance for coverage.

The college accepts no responsibility for privately owned materials, components, assemblies, appliances, equipment, or vehicles accepted into shops labs for project work. There is an element of risk involved in fabrication, repair, recondition which is even more probable in a learning situation. Before a project is considered, it must be understood that neither staff nor students are liable for damage or loss caused by fire, theft, vandalism, accident, or any other cause.

The colleges of Mid-Plains Community College are declared drug free in accordance with the Drug Free Schools Campuses Act. Assistance is available through the Advising Offices located at MCC or the McDonald-Belton Campus of NPCC for students seeking help for problems associated with illegal drug alcohol use. Professional advisors will assist with referrals to local community agencies, hospitals or private treatment facilities.

Data information pertaining to the Drug Free Schools Campuses Act Drug Free Workplace regulations are disseminated to MPCC students employees. For employees, in-service sessions are provided as required. Additional information is available from: