EOTC First Aid/Medicines

EOTC First Aid/Medicines

Ensure that one adult has a current first aid certificate and that the first aid equipment is accessible at all times.

Ensure that individual medication is administered as required and recorded (on the Medication Administered form). Medicines, except asthma inhalers, are held by the teacher in charge.

Record any first aid treatments on a first aid log, and any accidents on the accident register. If a student sustains a head injury, monitor them for delayed concussion.

If a student becomes ill at camp, alert the teacher in charge. Follow infection control procedures, including implementing heightened hygiene practices in the event of a viral outbreak such as norovirus.

Note: No medication may be administered to a child without parental consent. Paracetamol may be given with verbal consent from a parent.

As necessary, follow the usual procedures for:

Serious Injury

Asthma

Reporting and Recording Accidents and Illnesses

Notifying Parents

Dealing with Blood and Other Body Fluids