FILE: JGFG
ACCIDENTS
The school principal will make a written report to the Superintendent concerning every accident requiring the services of a physician, which occurs on school property or during school-related activities. This report shall be given to the Superintendent within twenty-four (24) hours after the accident. In the event of an athletic injury, the school principal is to use his/her own judgment concerning whether the Superintendent is to be advised. If the injury is of a serious or permanent nature, the principal shall report the matter to the Superintendent as soon as possible.
Immediate attention must be given to all accidents regardless of significance. All accidents must be reported immediately to the principal’s office by the supervising teacher. Immediate steps should be taken to prevent possible recurrence of the accident. Teachers should make recommendations concerning hazardous conditions that might exist.
ADOPTED: August 13, 2002
LEGAL REF: Code of Alabama 16-12-12; 16-12-15