Benedict's Law: Allergy Safety and Anaphylaxis in Schools

What the course covers

Managing severe allergies in an educational environment requires rigorous risk assessment, clear operational procedures, and well-trained staff. This course examines the background and legislative impact of Benedict’s Law, outlining the heightened safety requirements, emergency medication access, and communication standards expected of independent schools.

Learners will explore the practical steps needed to eliminate cross-contamination in dining rooms, science labs, art rooms, and during off-site trips. The module provides detailed guidance on creating Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs), holding spare auto-injectors, and recognizing early warning signs of severe allergic reactions versus full-blown anaphylaxis.

By completing this training, school staff will gain the practical skills and confidence needed to implement school-wide allergy policies, administer auto-injectors during an emergency, and maintain a safe, inclusive environment for every pupil.
Implement robust Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and school allergen risk assessments.

What your team takes away

• Understand the legal background and school responsibilities under Benedict's Law.
• Identify early symptoms of allergic reactions and recognize full-blown anaphylaxis.
• Administer adrenaline auto-injectors safely and follow correct emergency call protocols.

How it runs

The course opens in a browser on a phone, a tablet or a desktop, with nothing to install. Progress is saved as it goes, so someone can stop and pick it back up. The assessment sits at the end, and passing it issues a certificate with its own reference number that an inspector or an auditor can check.

Who it is for

Teachers, teaching assistants, catering teams, school nurses, trip leaders, and pastoral staff in independent schools.

Schools Health and Safety