EBBA First Aid

FIRST AID

“First Aid” is defined as immediate and temporary treatment and care in the event of an accident or injury, before a physician’s care can be obtained. Because of the presence of children and staff engaged in a variety of activities together, accidents and injuries at school are expected.

The Superintendent shall establish and implement procedures for handling accidents and injuries, which shall make clear the responsibilities of various school personnel. They shall be based on “Recommended Procedures for Emergency Care,” “Guidelines for Managing School Emergencies” and other documents included by the state in the SCHOOL HEALTH MANUAL. Also, there shall be a system for accident reporting, for maintaining emergency health and contact information on each student in the school system, and the designation and first-aid training of appropriate individuals in the schools.

Legal Reference: Title 20A MRSA Sec. 4009
Adopted: June 11, 2001