CRIR 14-000-011 (2008) - Diabetes and School Care in Rhode Island

CRIR 14-000-011 (2008)
WEIL'S CODE OF RHODE ISLAND RULES AGENCY 14. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SUB-AGENCY 000. GENERAL CHAPTER 011. SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMS
CRIR 14-000-011 (2008)
14 000 011 SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMS AGENCY 08. DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION SUB-AGENCY 000. GENERAL CHAPTER 005. SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMS INTRODUCTION
These Rules and Regulations for School Health Programs (R16-21-SCHO) are promulgated pursuant to the authority conferred under RIGL Chapters 16-21, 35-4, and 23-1-18(4) and are established for the purpose of adopting prevailing standards pertaining to school health programs. Amendments were also promulgated in January 1996 for the purpose of addressing cases of anaphylaxis among students in Rhode Island schools. Anaphylaxis is a medical condition which requires immediate attention. Because children spend a significant portion of their time at school, it is crucial that school personnel are trained to respond effectively to cases of anaphylaxis. In the development of these amended regulations, consideration was given to: (1) alternative approaches; and (2) overlap or duplication which may result from the amended regulations. Based on information available, no alternative approach, overlap or duplication was identified. Consequently, these regulations are adopted in the best interest of students in this state. Professional staff at the Departments of Health and Education shall be available to provide guidance on the implementation of these rules and regulations, as needed. These Rules and Regulations for School Health Programs (R16-21-SCHO) shall supersede all previous rules and regulations pertaining to school health programs and the health and safety of pupils and promulgated by the Departments of Education and Health and filed with the Secretary of State.

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