D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A154

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 5-A154 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE: PREVENTION OF AND RESPONSE TO FOOD ALLERGIES

154.1

A Licensee shall have a written care plan for each child with a food allergy prepared for the Facility by the child's parent(s), guardian(s), or licensed health care practitioner, which shall include:

(a) Instructions regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps that need to be taken to avoid that food; and

(b) A detailed treatment plan to be implemented in the event of an allergic reaction, including the names, doses, and methods of administration of any medications that the child should receive in the event of a reaction. The plan should include specific symptoms that would indicate the need to administer one or more medications.

154.2

Based on a child's care plan, the Licensee shall ensure that the staff members are trained to:

(a) Prevent exposure to the specific food to which the child is allergic;

(b) Recognize the symptoms of an allergic reaction; and

(c) Treat allergic reactions.

154.3

The written care plan, a mobile phone, and the proper medications for appropriate treatment if the child develops an acute allergic reaction shall be carried on field trips.

154.4

A Licensee shall immediately notify the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any suspected allergic reactions of an enrolled child, as well as the ingestion of or contact with the problem food even if a reaction did not occur.

154.5

A Licensee shall prominently post food allergy notifications near the Facility's entrance and in each classroom of an enrolled child with food allergies. This notification shall not include the child's name or any other identifying information.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A154

Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 14640 (12/2/2016)