Allergy action plan for daycare
List the allergy, the signs to watch for and exactly what to do. Add your center details and download a plan to post with the child's photo.
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OptionalManaging food allergies in childcare
- Get a signed allergy action plan from the doctor for every child with an allergy.
- Post the plan, with the child's photo, where food is prepared and served.
- Keep epinephrine with the child at all times, including outdoors and on trips.
- Train all staff to spot a reaction and use an auto-injector.
- Read every food label, and tell families before celebrations with food.
- Clean tables and hands before and after eating.
The most common food allergens in the US are milk, egg, peanut, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat, soy and sesame.
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Common questions
What should a daycare allergy form include?
The child's allergens, past reactions, mild and severe signs and what to do for each, emergency medicines like epinephrine and where they are kept, and signatures from the doctor and parent.
Who should sign an allergy action plan?
The child's doctor and parent or guardian. Many states require the doctor's signature for emergency medicines.
Is this allergy form free?
Yes. Add your details and download a printable form at no cost.