Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can possibly be fatal. Food or insect stings are the most common allergens to trigger a reaction. The highest incidence of anaphylaxis occurs in school-aged children making it essential that schools have an anaphylactic safety plan.

On this page

• School policies
• Planning with parents
• School anaphylaxis safety plan

School policies

Every school board establishes and maintains their own anaphylaxis policies, procedures, and training strategies in accordance with the:

• Anaphylaxis Protection Order
• BC Anaphylactic and Child Safety Framework (PDF)
  • ​Cadre conceptuel pour la sécurité des enfants sujets à l’anaphylaxie en Colombie-Britannique (PDF)

Planning with parents

Work closely with parents to build a plan that:

• Ensures a safe school environment free of allergens
• Outlines student responsibilities for carrying their EpiPen
• Defines specific actions to be taken in emergency situations

Use the following forms to complete the planning process:

• Life Threatening Health Condition Admission/Registration Form (PDF)
• Anaphylactic Student Emergency Procedure Plan (DOC)

School anaphylaxis safety plan

The following are sample templates you may find helpful when creating your school plan.