ALLERGIES

Our school has many years of experience with students who have allergies. From mild asthmatic reactions to severe anaphylactic episodes, Upwey Primary School is a safe environment for your children. We have developed prevention strategies and trained all staff in reacting to such instances.

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Here are a number of strategies in place:

• All staff are certified Level 2 First Aiders, Emergency Asthma Management & Anaphylaxis Awareness who attend annual refresher courses

• No nuts and no sharing food policy

• Student Health Care Plan in a number of key areas located throughout the school

• Procedures to identify at risk students and inform visiting/new staff

• Procedures to minimise risks for students while on excursion/camp and carry medications at all times

• Appropriate storage of medication and adrenaline auto-injectors

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If you would like more detailed information, please contact the school office.