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As part of an Emergency Management Plan schools should prepare for the possibility of an influenza pandemic. The documents listed below contain useful information and guidance for developing and implementing such a plan.
Influenza Pandemic: Resource Guide for Independent Schools contains background information about influenza, the Australian Management Plan and Emergency Management in Victoria.
Avian and Pandemic Influenza: School Emergency Management Planning describes and compares the symptoms of influenza and avian influenza, contains useful contact details and websites, and lists a number of control measures that could be put in place at a school.
Influenza Pandemic: Information for School Nurses and Medical Staff describes infection control procedures and lists infection control equipment.
Pandemic Action Plan for Independent Schools is a step by step planning guide to assist schools in preparing for a pandemic.
Influenza type illness – Sample Questionnaire is an editable questionnaire that can be used to collect background information about a person displaying symptoms of influenza.
Being Prepared for an Influenza Pandemic
The Australian Government has prepared a range of tools to help you and your school prepare for a human influenza pandemic in Australia.
These tools include:
- A practical and comprehensive Business Continuity Guide for Australian Businesses
- A Kit for Small Businesses including:
- short explanatory booklet
- A Pandemic Planning Checklist for Small Business
- A series of health posters to assist in controlling infection
- Reference sheets
The tools can be downloaded from the Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources’ website.
The National Action Plan for Human Influenza Pandemic
The Action Plan outlines how Commonwealth, state, territory and local governments will work together to protect Australia against the threat of an influenza pandemic and support the Australian community should one occur.
The Action Plan can be downloaded from the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s website.
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