POISONING

Immediate Actions:

• Call 911
• Call the Poison Control Center Hotline 1-800-222-1222
• Administer first aid directed by Poison Control Center
• Notify principal
• Utilize building personnel with knowledge of poisonous materials, first aid training, etc. using Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Seek additional medical attention as indicated
• School official to notify parents/guardians
• In the event of a staff member who has been poisoned, school official should notify spouse or emergency contact
• Document actions and complete incident reports

Preventive Measures:

• Keep poisonous materials in a locked and secure location
• Post the Poison Control Center emergency number in the front office, school clinic, etc.
• Post the names of building personnel who have special paramedic, first aid training, or other special lifesaving or life-sustaining training
• Provide staff with information on possible poisonous materials in the building
• Make sure that Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are present