Every school has a responsibility to keep children with allergies safe.
With the introduction of Benedict’s Law, there is an increased focus on ensuring that all staff who interact with pupils understand how to recognise and respond to an allergic reaction or anaphylaxis. Get trained in Anaphylactic Allergy Awareness & Emergency Response Benedict’s Law
Our Anaphylactic Allergy Awareness & Emergency Response course provides practical, engaging training that gives staff the confidence to act quickly in an emergency while supporting your school’s allergy management procedures.
This course is suitable for teachers, teaching assistants, lunchtime supervisors, office staff, receptionists, leadership teams, sports coaches, support staff and anyone who has regular contact with pupils.
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding Allergies
- Recognising Allergic Reactions
- Understanding Anaphylaxis
- Using Adrenaline Auto-Injectors
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Benedict’s Law
- Preventing Allergic Reactions
- After an Incident
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Primary schools
- Secondary schools
- Academies
- Independent schools
- Special schools
- School nurseries
- Before and after-school clubs
- Colleges working with younger learners
It is suitable for:
- Teachers
- Teaching assistants
- Lunchtime supervisors
- Office staff
- Reception staff
- Senior leaders
- Sports coaches
- Support staff
- First aiders
- Supply staff
Course Information
- Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
- Delivery: Face-to-face at your school or workplace or E-learning option
- Practical: Hands-on use of adrenaline auto-injector trainer devices
- Assessment: Continuous practical observation throughout the session plus a test
- Certificate: Certificate of attendance provided
- Group Training: Delivered for whole-school staff teams
- Twilight Sessions: Available to minimise disruption to the school day
Why Choose HMB Training Services?
We understand that emergency training shouldn’t feel overwhelming.
Our training is practical, engaging and designed specifically for educational settings. Rather than simply reading policies, we use realistic scenarios and demonstrations to help staff build the confidence to recognise an emergency and respond appropriately.
Our aim is simple, to ensure that every member of staff leaves feeling prepared to protect a child experiencing an allergic reaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the course?
Approximately 90 minutes.
Does everyone in school need this training?
We recommend that every member of staff who has contact with pupils completes allergy awareness training. In an emergency, the closest adult is often the first to respond.
Is this first aid training?
No. This is a specialist allergy awareness and emergency response course that complements first aid training by focusing specifically on allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.
Will staff practise using an adrenaline auto-injector?
Yes. Learners will have the opportunity to practise using trainer devices so they gain confidence in recognising when and how to administer adrenaline safely.
Will attendees receive a certificate?
Yes. All learners who complete the course will receive a certificate of attendance.
Why schools choose Anaphylactic Allergy Awareness & Emergency Response Benedict’s Law
This isn’t just about compliance, it’s about creating a safer school. By training your whole staff team, you help ensure that everyone knows how to recognise the signs of an allergic reaction, respond quickly, and provide reassurance until emergency services arrive. A confident response can make all the difference when every second counts.
Paediatric First Aid Course
Additionally, for a full first aid course; Paediatric First Aid course
To book your course please call – 01543 453338 or email us on info@hmbtrainingservices.co.uk
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