Annexes 4c – Are You Safe? How Do You Know? Chemical Exposure in MDR

Chemicals are everywhere in the MDR. Sterilants and high-level disinfectants are critical for effective reprocessing of instruments to ensure patient safety. However, overexposure to these chemical vapors can lead to both acute and chronic health risks. There is a growing international consensus around the need for short-term exposure limits, and research suggests that exposure may be more prominent than we think. This session explores the real-world exposure concerns, and how departments can mitigate those risks to ensure staff safety, compliance, and operational resilience.

Alex Hilliker Executive Vice President, ChemDAQ Incorporated Alex Hilliker is ChemDAQ’s Executive Vice President, leading efforts to grow the company’s Instrument Division, expand partnerships, and increase global brand recognition in the markets ChemDAQ serves. Known for his ability to build dynamic business relationships across organizations, Alex focuses on elevating ChemDAQ’s mission and values in the United States and across the world. He is passionate about employee safety and educating teams on the potential dangers of overexposure to hazardous chemicals. He speaks regularly across various platforms including Beyond Clean’s Expert Series, HSPA’s Process This! Podcast, and other webinars, conferences, and events. Previously, Alex served as a Manager in Deloitte Consulting’s Government and Public Services practice, supporting clients at the U.S. Departments of Veterans Affairs, Defense, and Homeland Security. Alex earned a Masters Degree in Public Administration from The George Washington University and a BA in Political Science from the University of Michigan. He was also selected to participate in leadership programs through the George W. Bush Presidential Center and the University of Pittsburgh’s Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence.