Hempsted Playgroup and Toddlers

                                                                                                                    Asthma Policy

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Hempsted Playgroup recognises that asthma is a serious condition affecting many preschool children and positively welcomes all children with asthma. Hempsted Playgroup encourages children with asthma to achieve their potential in all aspects of pre-school life by having a clear policy that is understood by all staff. New staff are made aware of this policy. All staff that have contact with children suffering with asthma are aware of the appropriate inhaler techniques. Training is updated regularly.

 

Medication:

Immediate access to reliever inhalers is vital. Parents are asked to ensure that the playgroup is provided with a labelled reliever inhaler and spacer with a valid prescription and in date. Parents are asked to fill out a medication form, Instructing us on how many puffs are required.

All inhalers are accessible and can be found in a plastic container in the kitchen.Medication top cupboard.

Hempsted playgroup have access to an emergency inhaler, you will need to fill out a consent form, before we are able to administer this to your child.

 

Asthma attack:

All staff are well informed as to what steps must be taken in the event of an asthma attack, and keep up to date with training.

 

Dayout/Trips:

Inhalers will be taken with the group alongside the first aid bag. The inhalers should be clearly named.(parents should name the inhalers). All members of staff will be aware of which children need inhalers. The emergency inhaler will be carried with the group at all times.

 

Records:

All inhaler use will be recorded. Time, How many puffs, Member of staff and date.

 

Environment:

Hempsted playgroup will take consideration of the environment which may cause triggers(please let us know if there are any).

These can include:

Weather: Summer, due to pollen.  :Winter, the cold air.

Playgroup will use an unscented cleaning product, sprayed directly into the cloth when cleaning tables and chairs.

As far as possible the playgroup does not use chemicals that may be potential triggers for children with asthma.

 

Reviewed August 2024