Getting Equipped In
COLORADO
Find all the legislation, education, and resources you need in your state to get equipped for medical emergencies.
Your Legislation
Colorado has broad coverage for epinephrine and naloxone but lacks coverage for other emergencies.
Your Education
Whether you have medical professionals on staff or not, we have the educational pathway for you.
Your Resources
From signage to medication acquisition, Code Ana can help you with any resource you need for preparedness.
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Legislation & Regulations
Find the state documents that impact early childcare centers and educators.
C.R.S. 25-47-101
Legislation that explicitly mentions "day care facilities" are permitted to have stock epinephrine and the requirements that go along with getting the medication.
Read Full TextMedication Guidelines for Colorado School and Child Care Settings
The Department of Education gives guidance on what to do with stock epinephrine and naloxone.
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Education
Find the right education for you that is approved in your state.
Is This For You?
- Your center is getting stock epinephrine
- You need education specific to epinephrine, anaphylaxis, and auto-injectors
- You do not have medical staff at all times
- You have been designated as the person by your supervisor to be trained to use epinephrine for your space
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Resources
Find the resources you need to get equipped for medical emergencies at your early learning center.
Get The Medication
Let us know if you need help acquiring any permitted medications!
Downloadables
Code Ana created these resources to help you create a safer space. From policies to classroom signs, these are available for you!
Stock Epinephrine Document Templates for Prescribers
Access prescribing templates to help you as a prescriber work with schools and prescribe stock epinephrine.
Free
Classroom Allergy Sign
This allergy sign makes it easy to see what foods and other allergens may endanger your students. While examples are already made of the top nine allergens, there are blank options so that you can create your own!
Free
Medical Notes For Substitute Teachers
This guide is an easy way to make sure your substitute teachers are aware of any allergies, medical conditions, or medications of students in the classroom. It's always important to make sure your staff, including substitutes, are prepared!
Free
Anaphylaxis Cheatsheet
Not sure if symptoms are anaphylaxis or when to administer epinephrine? Use this cheat sheet to refer to the signs and symptoms that comprise the 3 definitions of anaphylaxis. This sheet makes it easy to see! Refer to these visuals to be prepared for anaphylaxis emergencies!
Free
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Legislation & Regulations
Find the state documents that impact K-12 schools and educators.
Medication Guidelines from the Department of Education
The Department of Education gives guidance on stock epinephrine and naloxone for schools.
Read Full TextC.R.S. 22-1-119.5
Legislation that outlines the requirements that schools must follow if they want to acquire stock epinephrine.
Read Full TextC.R.S. 25-53-101
Schools are explicitly mentioned as places that are encouraged to have AEDs on the premises.
Read Full TextC.R.S. 22-1-119.1
Legislation that defines what schools need to do to have an opioid antagonist on campus. While not required, the legislation encourages schools to train staff and have devices on hand.
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Education
Find the right education for you that is approved in your state.
Is This For You?
- Your school is getting stock epinephrine
- You need education specific to epinephrine, anaphylaxis, and auto-injectors
- You do not have medical staff at all times
- You have been designated as the person by your supervisor to be trained to use epinephrine for your space
Is This For You?
- You need to create your medical emergency response plan
- You do not have medical staff at all times and need to create a team ready at any time to respond
- You want to get condition specific education for conditions impacting students on your campus
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Resources
Find the resources you need to get equipped for medical emergencies at your campus
Get The Medication
Let us know if you need help acquiring any permitted medications!
Downloadables
Code Ana created these resources to help you create a safer space. From policies to classroom signs, these are available for you!
Blank Drill Worksheet
Part of being prepared for medical emergencies includes practicing your medical emergency response plan with your school's response team. This drill worksheet will help guide you through a drill and show you areas of improvement!
Free
Classroom Allergy Sign
This allergy sign makes it easy to see what foods and other allergens may endanger your students. While examples are already made of the top nine allergens, there are blank options so that you can create your own!
Free
Medical Notes For Substitute Teachers
This guide is an easy way to make sure your substitute teachers are aware of any allergies, medical conditions, or medications of students in the classroom. It's always important to make sure your staff, including substitutes, are prepared!
Free
Anaphylaxis Cheatsheet
Not sure if symptoms are anaphylaxis or when to administer epinephrine? Use this cheat sheet to refer to the signs and symptoms that comprise the 3 definitions of anaphylaxis. This sheet makes it easy to see! Refer to these visuals to be prepared for anaphylaxis emergencies!
Free
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Snapshot
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Legislation & Regulations
Find the state documents that impact businesses and organizations.
C.R.S. 25-53-101
Legislation that encourages public places to have AEDs on the premises.
Read Full TextC.R.S. 13-21-108.1
Legislation that defines what is needed to have an AED and defines the requirements to have legal immunity with use.
Read Full TextC.R.S. 25-47-102
Legislation that outlines the requirements for organizations and businesses must follow to have stock epinephrine on hand.
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Education
Find the right education for you that is approved in your state.
Is This For You?
- Your organization or business is getting stock epinephrine
- You need education specific to epinephrine, anaphylaxis, and auto-injectors
- You do not have medical staff at all times
- You have been designated as the person by your supervisor to be trained to use epinephrine for your space
Is This For You?
- You need to create your medical emergency response plan
- You do not have medical staff at all times and need to create a team ready at any time to respond
- You want to get condition-specific education for conditions impacting your community
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Resources
Find the resources you need to get equipped for medical emergencies at you space.
Get The Medication
Let us know if you need help acquiring any permitted medications!
Downloadables
Code Ana created these resources to help you create a safer space.
Blank Drill Worksheet
Part of being prepared for medical emergencies includes practicing your medical emergency response plan with your school's response team. This drill worksheet will help guide you through a drill and show you areas of improvement!
Free
Quick Note for Medical Emergency Documentation
Medical emergencies are difficult enough to manage without having to fill out tricky forms in the moment. Use this Quick Note to easily document events and times.
Free
Anaphylaxis Cheatsheet
Not sure if symptoms are anaphylaxis or when to administer epinephrine? Use this cheat sheet to refer to the signs and symptoms that comprise the 3 definitions of anaphylaxis. This sheet makes it easy to see! Refer to these visuals to be prepared for anaphylaxis emergencies!
