Children: child care; policy to prevent anaphylaxis and during medical emergency resulting from anaphylaxis; create. Amends 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111 - 722.128) by adding section 16a.
Impact
This legislation would significantly enhance the safety measures imposed on child care facilities by necessitating the formulation of guided protocols and procedures aimed at addressing anaphylactic incidents. This would involve staff training, the development of emergency health care plans for children with identified allergies, and proactive strategies to minimize exposure risks to allergens. By providing detailed training and resources, the bill aims to improve the health and safety standards in Michigan's child care facilities, ensuring they are adequately prepared to address medical emergencies related to allergies.
Summary
Senate Bill 0828 seeks to amend the existing 1973 PA 116, which pertains to the licensing and regulation of child care organizations in Michigan. The main focus of this bill is to establish protocols for preventing and managing anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, within child care settings including centers, group homes, and family homes. As part of the new section 16a, it mandates that the director, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services, develops a comprehensive anaphylactic policy tailored for these organizations.
Contention
Debate surrounding SB 0828 could revolve around the implementation and adherence challenges posed by the new requirements on child care organizations, particularly those that may lack the resources to establish comprehensive training programs. While the bill aims to protect children with food allergies and prevent life-threatening situations, concerns may arise regarding the feasibility of training all staff adequately and consistently. Additionally, the potential for increased operational costs for child care providers, and the varying degrees of existing readiness amongst these organizations, could be points of contention as the bill is considered.
Requiring the secretary of health and environment to adopt anaphylaxis prevention and response policies for schools and day care facilities that set forth guidelines and procedures to prevent and respond to anaphylaxis.
To Establish Elijah's Law In Arkansas; And To Require The Department Of Health And The Department Of Education To Establish A Statewide Anaphylaxis Policy For Childcare Facilities.
Children: child care; emergency safety intervention in a children's therapeutic group home; modify conditions for. Amends secs. 1, 2b & 2c of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111 et seq.).
Requiring the secretary of health and environment to adopt anaphylaxis prevention and response policies for schools and day care facilities that set forth guidelines and procedures to prevent and respond to anaphylaxis.
To Establish Elijah's Law In Arkansas; And To Require The Department Of Health And The Department Of Education To Establish A Statewide Anaphylaxis Policy For Childcare Facilities.