Chapter I - Health and Safety

Part 1.0 Student Health

Section 1.4 Staff Medical Training

Policy Statement:

I. First Aid Training
The school shall ensure that at least two persons on staff are trained and currently certified in First Aid and CPR (includes training on AED). All PE and health teachers are required to be CPR and First Aid Certified. The school shall pay for the cost of certification.  Administering medications to students by school staff is not authorized except as allowed by law AND as authorized in writing by a medical doctor.  Parents or legal guardians are authorized to administer legal and lawful necessary medications at recommended and appropriate doses on campus.  Staff shall encourage students to clean their own wounds, and if assisting, may only use soap and water.  As prescribed by law, staff may not use (or allow students to self-administer), antiseptic wipes or antibacterial crèmes or medications.  Staff shall comply with the schools written Blood-Borne Pathogens Policy.  Staff shall contact a student's parent or legal guardian when accidents or illnesses of significance are reported.

II. Head Injury Training
All staff will receive annual training on head injuries. American Preparatory Academy has established a protocol to provide education about concussion for coaches, school personnel, parents, and students.  This protocol outlines procedures for staff to follow in identifying, treating, and appropriately referring concussed students.  School policy is specified as to return-to-activity issues following a concussion (see I-2.4 Response to Head Injury).

The District Nurse shall appoint a School Concussion Specialist.  In coordination with Physical Education Instructors, School Secretaries,  the School Concussion Specialist shall review Concussion protocol annually.  Any changes or modifications will be provided in writing by July 1st to the school's Academic Director.  The Academic Director will annually ensure that (1) the updates are included in staff policy books, written parent notification, and the school website as appropriate; (2) all staff and coaches are trained in concussion identification, response procedures and return-to-activity policies; and (3) parents receive, sign and return the "Acknowledgement of Head Injury Policy" form.

III. Blood Borne Illness Training
All staff will receive annual training on head injuries.


IV. Epi-pen Training
As provided by Utah Code, the school shall provide the opportunity for Epi-Pen training upon the request of staff members.  The school shall ensure an Epi-pen is available at the school for use by trained persons.