Education: all other employees; certain requirements related to seizure awareness; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1179c.
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Overview
This bill requires all employees working in Michigan schools – including teachers and school nurses – to complete training on recognizing seizures and providing first aid response every two years. It also mandates that schools develop seizure action plans for students with epilepsy, detailing medication information and administration procedures. Furthermore, the bill outlines procedures for administering seizure medication with a physician's approval and protects school personnel from liability for actions taken in good faith to comply with the new requirements.
Key provisions
- All school personnel must complete seizure recognition and first aid training biennially.
- School nurses and medication administrators must receive specialized training on medication administration.
- Schools must create and maintain seizure action plans for students with epilepsy.
- Seizure action plans must include medication details, dosage, and administration instructions.
- School personnel are protected from liability for actions taken in good faith to comply with the law.
- Training guidelines must align with those developed by the Epilepsy Foundation.
- Boards must ensure seizure action plans are accessible to relevant school staff.
- Schools can administer seizure medication with parental permission and physician approval.
Who is affected
- School districts
- Intermediate school districts
- Public school academies
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