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Anaphylaxis in the Workplace
Adults and teens in the workplace must also have strategies to stay safe. Employees at risk of anaphylaxis are encouraged to:
Tell their manager and/or colleagues about their allergies and where to find their epinephrine auto-injectors. Because teens and adults at risk of anaphylaxis may require assistance during an emergency, they are advised to teach other colleagues how to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and use an auto-injector properly.
Work with colleagues to find ways to minimize the risk of accidental exposure. For example, it
is helpful if they speak directly with caterers when food is being ordered for work-related events. Employees at risk of anaphylaxis should not expect their environments to be free of specific food allergens, as food is often brought in for meetings and social events.
Provide their manager with an Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan which can be kept in their personnel file. Employees at risk could keep a copy of this plan with them (e.g. in their auto-injector carrier, purse or wallet).
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