Health & Safety/Medical PD

 

MEDICAL

 

• What are the procedures when a student becomes ill or injured at school?
• What are the guidelines for keeping a sick student home from school?
• What is the school’s policy regarding administration of medication to students during school hours?
• What is the school’s policy regarding childhood immunisations?
• What procedures exist for regular medical checks?
• What kinds of communication systems are in place with parents?
• Are the school’s resources satisfactory?
• What type of medical insurance does a school have?
• How well does a school utilise its medical staff for inclusion in the overall life of the school community?
• How does a school ensure compliance to it’s medical policies with parents and students?
• What is the school’s policy for allowing medicines to be brought to school by a student?

All of the above are examples of questions which need to be carefully considered and addressed by a school in addition to compliance for any additional statutory requirements. Constructing comprehensive policies which are carefully monitored and implemented in this area is of critical importance. Having a well trained, experienced and competent medial staff is a great asset for any school to have.

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