Medical Tracker Blog

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Effective Management of Paper Records in line with GDPR

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

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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What information should the accident book include?

Whether you have digital incident recording software or a traditional paper accident book, it’s important that you and all responsible members of staff are confident about how to use it. This means knowing when it’s necessary to log an incident in the...

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Adrenaline Auto-Injector devices (AAI) in schools: 2023 changes to know about.

In May 2023, important information was shared about the changes that schools will have to make with the way they manage Adrenaline Auto-Injector (AAI) devices. We share all you need to know about managing AAIs correctly and informing parents with...

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How to make your school sports day inclusive.

Inclusive SEND sports day ideas.

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12 easy steps to plan fun sports day activities for your school.

School sports day is an important event in the calendar for many children across primary and secondary schools. It is a time for children to discover interests and unknown talents, giving them time to shine outside of the classroom.

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How to use technology to reduce teacher workload.

Teachers have a demanding workload, they are responsible for the health, safety and development of the children in their classes. Even small tasks add up and can pose a serious risk to achieving a work-life balance. Recording and reporting first aid...

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First Aid Kit Checklist for Schools: Free Template Download.

First aid in schools

It isn’t just designated first aiders that access the first aid kit in schools. Teachers can administer basic first aid without qualifications or training, although training is always suggested. Supporting students with minor grazes...

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First Aid Risk Assessment 2023: Why, When and How.

School leaders are responsible for meeting the minimum statutory requirement for first aid. Included in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 , Headteachers and MAT CEOs are tasked with ensuring ‘reasonable precautions’ are taken to identify health and...

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Invasive group A strep (IGAS) & how to manage in schools & nurseries

There have recently been 8 deaths in children under the age of 12 in the UK linked to Invasive Group A Strep (IGAS). With the UK still recovering from the Covid 19 global pandemic, it is understandable that parents and school staff want to know what...