Allergy/Anaphylaxis Policy
A Reminder about Allergies
NFC currently has dance students with severe life threatening nut
Any parent that has a child who has an anaphylactic allergy should inform a member of Newcastle Family Connection board or the instructor so the proper procedures can be put into place during class time.
If you have any questions, please email us at nfcdance@hotmail.com
Thanks for support!
Newcastle Family Connection Board of Directors
Anaphylaxis Policy: Reducing the Risks
1.0 PURPOSE
Newcastle Family Connection, Inc. recognizes the need to adhere to the principles of Bill 3, Sabrina’sLaw. This Policy and related Administrative Procedures provide direction to all staff, parents, and the dance community in understanding and fulfilling the
company’s responsibilities regarding anaphylaxis.
2.0 POLICY
It is the policy of Newcastle Family Connection, Inc. to develop awareness about the management of allergens, establish avoidance strategies to reduce the risk of exposure, provide training on dealing with life-threatening
response procedures.
3.0 GUIDELINES
3.1 Newcastle Family Connection, Inc. is legally unable to guarantee zero exposure to
3.2 Newcastle Family Connection, Inc. shall provide resources to ensure staff training for
3.3 The Board shall ensure that members of Newcastle Family Connection Inc. address anaphylaxis awareness, avoidance, and emergency procedures as per the Guide and plan.
3.4 Each teacher shall receive a Prevention and Management Anaphylaxis and the Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan to address students with anaphylaxis during class time.
4.0 TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
4.1 ANAPHYLAXIS
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction to any stimulus, having sudden onset, involving one or more body systems with multiple symptoms. The symptoms can be fatal, resulting in circulatory collapse or shock.
4.2 ALLERGENS
In Canada, the most common allergens are:
• foods
• insect stings (e.g. yellow jackets, wasps, bees)
• medication.
The less common allergens are:
• latex
• exercise.
It is important to note that any food can cause a reaction. In Canada, nine
foods are listed as causing 90% of all life-threatening reactions. They
include:
• peanuts
• tree nuts (almonds, hazelnut, cashews, pistachio)
• milk
• egg
• fish
• shellfish
• sesame seeds
• soya
• wheat.
Hidden sources of allergens could include:
• insects
• play dough
• stuffed toys
• crayons
• cosmetics
• suntan lotions
• disposable gloves
• plastic containers.
These are the most common allergens, but are not an exclusive list.
5.0 THE PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT ANAPHYLAXIS PLAN
Newcastle Family Connection Inc.’s duty is to provide a safe environment for all students. The Prevention and Management Anaphylaxis Plan shall fulfill their
obligations by:
• sharing information and creating awareness through The Prevention and Management Anaphylaxis Guide
• developing reasonable procedures for avoidance of potentially anaphylactic situations; and
• executing appropriate emergency procedures.
While recognizing the parent’s rights to food choices for his or her child, most parents acknowledge the right to life and safety as greater, and will support procedures which protect the allergic child.
5.0 REFERENCES/RELATED DOCUMENTS
Bill 3, Sabrina’s Law - Statues of Ontario 2005
Anaphylaxis Canada www.anaphylaxis.ca
Links to resource material and sites
Web Sites: www.eworkshop.on.ca; www.aaia.ca;
www.allergysafecommunities.ca; www.anaphylaxis.ca