5340 - STUDENT ACCIDENTS

The Board of Education believes that school personnel have certain responsibilities in case of accidents which occur in school. Said responsibilities extend to the administration of first aid by persons trained to do so, summoning of medical assistance, notification of administration personnel, notification of parents, and the filing of accident reports.

Employees should administer first aid within the limits of their knowledge of recommended practices. All employees should make an effort to increase their understanding of the proper steps to be taken in the event of an accident.

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, the Board shall develop a cardiac response plan. This plan will include utilizing employees to respond to sudden cardiac arrests or other life-threatening emergencies that may occur on school campuses during school hours or at school-sponsored events including, but not limited to, school-sponsored athletic events.

The administrator in charge must submit an accident report to the Superintendent on all accidents.

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