Methods: The Anaphylaxis Management Implementation Group (AMIG), representing key Government and non-Government agencies was established to implement a range of strategies including the provision of anaphylaxis resources that were accurate, comprehensive and appropriate for all schools and childcare services across WA. AMIG consulted widely with relevant stakeholders, including conducting focus group sessions, when developing resources and implementing other strategies including changes to legislation.
Changes to legislation were enacted to allow the adrenaline autoinjectors in first aid kits and greater protection for school and childcare staff in responding to anaphylaxis.
Results: Anaphylaxis management kits, face-to-face training by trained community health nurses and access to e-training, have been provided free to all schools and childcare services in WA. The provision of the adrenaline autoinjector for first aid kits in every school and child care was funded by the WA Government.
Conclusions: Most children at risk of anaphylaxis can lead normal, interactive lives in schools and childcare services. The development of anaphylaxis resources including training of staff, provision of adrenaline autoinjectors, and changes in legislation have resulted in a coordinated approach to risk minimization for children at risk of anaphylaxis. The fostering of partnerships by the agencies and extensive community consultation facilitates a systematic and collaborative approach to the development of effective anaphylaxis management policy and practice.