Kaskaskia College shall implement a written plan for responding to medical emergencies at any of its locations, including outdoor venues such as athletic fields and fitness trails. The College will review the plan periodically and update the plan when facilities change or the services provided by facilities change.
The medical emergency plan includes the use of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Automated External Defibrillator equipment, and Naloxone (Narcan). The College commits to having multiple staff with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator certifications and training staff in administering Narcan. The Public Safety Department is responsible for testing, maintaining, and scheduling Automated External Defibrillator and Narcan training for staff and faculty at all locations. Training is to be provided by qualified instructors in accordance with the curriculum of the American Heart Association or a recognized training agency. Trained automated external defibrillator and Narcan administrators will be offered renewal training on a regular rotation in accordance with guidelines established by the American Heart Association or a similar agency.
This policy abides by Illinois statute 210 ILCS 74, Physical Fitness Facility Medical Emergency Preparedness Act, and the Illinois statute 410 ILCS 4, Automated External Defibrillator Act.
Approval History: Policy 2.3010 2/26/18; Revised 10/23/23