Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a severe, rapidly progressive allergic reaction that is potentially life threatening. The most common allergens in school-aged children are peanuts, eggs, tree nuts (e.g. cashews), cow’s milk, fish and shellfish, wheat, soy, sesame seeds, latex, certain insect stings and medications.
The keys to prevention of anaphylaxis are planning, risk minimisation, awareness and education
All schools within the Diocese of Sale have an anaphylaxis management policy.
The following guidelines prepared by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (2014) have been developed to assist all Victorian Schools in planning for, and supporting students with severe allergies.
Please see our Anaphylaxis policies and procedures on our Policies, Procedures & Codes of Conduct page.
See Victorian Governments Anaphylaxis Guidelines
Student Health
- First Aid Policy
- Medication Administration Policy
- Medical Records (Students)
- Asthma Management Policy
- Anaphylaxis Management Policy
- Anaphylaxis Communication Plan
- Allergy Awareness Policy
- Bites and Stings Policy
- Head Lice Policy
- Medical Appointments Policy
- Health Care Needs Policy
- Health Care Needs Policy - Guidelines