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Ensuring School Safety: A Guide to Reporting Incidents
Discover the importance of reporting incidents in schools and learn how to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Medical Tracker Blog
Get tips and advice on using Medical Tracker to monitor medical needs of students and staff.
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Effective Management of Paper Records in line with GDPR
Medical Tracker: May 15 2024
Learn how to effectively manage paper records in compliance with GDPR regulations to protect sensitive information and avoid potential fines.
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The benefits of electronic health records
Medical Tracker: May 15 2024
Still using paper health and medication records in your school? Now may be the time to go digital. There are many advantages to swapping from paper to online health management solutions and doing so is much simpler and quicker than you might think.
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First aid kits: where should you keep them?
Medical Tracker: May 01 2024
First aid kits are undoubtedly a hugely important health and safety measure in schools. But where should you put these kits, and how many of them do you need?
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5 ways to promote health and safety in the classroom
Medical Tracker: April 26 2024
There are many ways to boost safety standards in schools. Using online first aid books is a great example. This technology makes it easier for you to monitor accidents, injuries and near misses across your school, allowing you to identify any dangers and...
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First aid: treating bumps, bruises and sprains
Medical Tracker: March 25 2024
Even the most safety-conscious school can’t eliminate the risk of students suffering bumps, bruises and sprain injuries. So, when these injuries occur, what is the best way to treat them?
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Student Well-being: Understanding the Challenges and Encouraging Resilience
Medical Tracker: March 22 2024
In the 21st century, children and students can have a lot to contend with. There’s the pressures of school, including performance demands and social worries, and the added burden that social media can bring. Comparisons with who’s wearing what and who’s...
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Which secondary school subjects present common hazards?
Medical Tracker: March 20 2024
In our recent article focusing on the hazards presented by certain primary school classes, we looked at the dangers schools need to be aware of when it comes to subjects such as science and PE. We also looked at the risks posed by breaks and lunchtimes.
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Which primary school classes present common hazards?
Medical Tracker: February 29 2024
As you will be well aware, if you work in a primary school, a lot of effort goes into making these educational environments safe for pupils. Thorough risk assessments are carried out and actions are taken to minimise potential dangers to children and...
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6 school hazards that fly under the radar
Medical Tracker: February 27 2024
Schools are places of learning and adventure for pupils, but they should also be safe environments where students feel protected and secure. This is why schools take health and safety extremely seriously.