ATCP 78.26(5)(b)1.
1. A camp shall have a written plan for actions to be taken in response to all of the following:
ATCP 78.26(5)(b)1.b.
b. Severe weather and a power outage, including identifying a designated shelter.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(b)1.e.
e. Communicable disease and foodborne illness outbreak, including reporting and notification to the health department.
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ATCP 78.26 Note
Note: A list of reportable communicable diseases can be found in appendix A to ch.
DHS 145. For more information on diagnosis and symptoms of foodborne illness refer to ch.
ATCP 75 Appendix s. 2-201.11 (A) (1) and (2).
ATCP 78.26(5)(b)2.
2. The camp's written plan shall include the frequency of training and rehearsal provided to camp staff.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(c)
(c)
Camper sexual abuse prevention training requirements. Camper sexual abuse prevention training shall be conducted annually and meet all of the following:
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ATCP 78.26(5)(c)2.
2. Maintain the individual certificate or dated documentation, with each participant's name, for training that occurred.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(c)4.a.
a. Understanding the dynamics of camper to camper sexual abuse and sexualized behaviors.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(c)4.c.
c. Managing camp staff-to-camper and camper-to-camper one-on-one interactions. Pf
ATCP 78.26(5)(c)4.d.
d. Defining inappropriate physical and verbal contact or interaction with campers.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(c)4.f.
f. Responding to disclosure or suspicion of abuse. A process for ensuring that known or suspected cases of child abuse, neglect or sexual misconduct are immediately reported to the proper authorities.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(d)1.1. A camp shall immediately report an allegation of known or suspected camper abuse, neglect or sexual misconduct to the proper authorities.
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ATCP 78.26(5)(d)2.
2. The camp shall separate the alleged perpetrator from campers until the incident is resolved, until the threat is removed, or as long as necessary to protect the safety and welfare of the campers.
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ATCP 78.26 History
History: CR 21-109: cr.
Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23; correction in (3) (a) 1., (c) 5., 7. b. made under s.
13.92 (4) (b) 4., Stats., correction in (3) (c) 7. a., b., (5) (c) 1., (d) 1. made under s.
35.17, Stats.,
Register June 2023 No. 810.
ATCP 78.27
ATCP 78.27
Camp wellness and health staff. ATCP 78.27(1)(a)(a)
Physician on staff or consulting physician. Before a camp opens
for
the
first
time,
and
at
least
annually
thereafter,
the camp operator shall make written arrangements for medical care of campers and camp staff by a
staff physician, consulting physician or the consulting physician's practice.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(b)
(b)
Staff physician or consulting physician standing orders. Health services staff shall work under the delegation of a physician licensed pursuant to ch.
448, Stats., who is
available on-site during the camping season or for consultation services.
ATCP 78.27(1)(b)1.
1. The staff physician or consulting physician, in cooperation with the camp operator, shall develop standing orders, signed by the
physician, for the administration of medications, routine health care and emergency medical care at the camp.
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ATCP 78.27 Note
Note: Bats are the leading rabies vector in Wisconsin. It is recommended that camp staff are trained in bat education and that a written protocol be developed that includes: how to prevent and recognize a bat exposure, safe capture of a bat and what to do in the event a bat is found in a room with sleeping campers. A copy of the rabies algorithm can be found at the Wisconsin department of health services website at:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/rabies/algorithm/index.htm.
ATCP 78.27(1)(b)2.
2. The physician shall review, sign and date the standing orders annually.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(c)
(c)
Camp vehicle. A
camp
shall
have
a
vehicle
available
at
all
times
to
transport a
camper
or
staff
member
requiring
urgent medical services to a hospital or clinic when the camp cannot provide the needed
services or as approved by the department or its agent.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)1.1. Each camper upon arrival at the camp, shall present to the health services staff or to the rental groups health services staff as required pursuant to s.
ATCP 78.16, an up-to-date written health history.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)1.d.
d. Immunization status or
a signed document by the legal guardian presented to the camp objecting to the immunization requirements for a camper for reasons of health, religion or personal conviction that meets the requirements pursuant to s.
252.04 (3), Stats.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)1.e.
e. Any special health and behavioral considerations, including mental, emotional, social and developmental needs or restrictions of the camper.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)1.f.
f. Permission from the family that allows for a camper to self-carry and administer emergency medication, such as epinephrine, inhalers, or
insulin, if applicable.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)2.
2. For a camper under
18
years
of
age,
the
written
health
history
shall
be prepared and signed by a parent or legal guardian.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)3.
3. Parent or legal guardian's written consent to treat camper in case of an emergency.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(d)4.
4. Signed permission by the parent or legal guardian for camp health services staff to provide routine healthcare treatment, identifying over-the-counter medications that can be administered.
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ATCP 78.27 Note
Note: It is recommended that each camper upon arrival at the camp, also present to the health services staff a written report of a physical examination performed within the preceding 24 months by a physician, a physician assistant, or a nurse practitioner.
ATCP 78.27(1)(e)1.1. Each camp staff member, upon arrival at the camp, shall present to the health services staff or to the rental groups health services staff, as required pursuant to s.
ATCP 78.16, an up-to-date written health history.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(e)1.d.
d. Based on the staff member's job description, clarification of any camp activities from which the staff member should be exempted or limited for health reasons as indicated by qualified medical personnel.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(e)1.e.
e. A statement indicating if the staff member requires any medication that might impair their ability to perform the essential functions of their position.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(e)1.g.
g. Immunization status as determined by the consulting physician and camp health supervisor.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(e)2.
2. For camp staff under
18
years
of
age,
the
written
health
history
shall
be provided as required pursuant to par.
(d).
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ATCP 78.27(1)(f)
(f)
Health center. A camp shall have written procedures and space for the temporary isolation of sick or injured campers and staff members.
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ATCP 78.27 Note
Note: Reportable
communicable
diseases
are
listed
in
appendix
A
to
ch.
DHS 145. Cases
are
to
be
reported
to
the
local
health
officer
or
the
department
pursuant to s.
252.05, Stats., and ch.
DHS 145.
ATCP 78.27(1)(g)
(g)
First-aid supplies. A camp shall have first-aid supplies as determined by the staff physician or consulting physician standing orders.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(h)1.1. A telephone capable of connecting with 911 or emergency dispatch services shall be accessible at all times during camp operation.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(h)2.
2. Other telephone technology may be used that has continuous power backup and a reliable service connection.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(h)3.
3. The installation and location of the telephone shall be in
close
proximity
to
the
camp buildings or lodging
units and the telephone shall be available to camp staff and campers.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(h)4.
4. A current list of emergency numbers, including 911, and the facility's location shall be attached to or posted near the telephone.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(i)
(i)
AED. If provided, the camp shall ensure the AED meets all of the following:
ATCP 78.27(1)(i)1.
1. Maintained in operational condition in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
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ATCP 78.27(1)(i)2.
2. Tested in accordance with any operational guidelines of the manufacturer.
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ATCP 78.27 Note
Note: Camp administration is encouraged to consider placement of multiple AED(s) based on the population served and activities conducted.
ATCP 78.27(2)
(2)
Health staff requirements for a camp or rental group operating for 3 nights or more. ATCP 78.27(2)(a)1.
1. Except as provided pursuant to sub.
(3), a camp shall have an
adult camp health supervisor who shall be responsible for routine and urgent health care supervision at the
camp and meet the requirements pursuant to par.
(b) 1.to
5.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(a)2.
2. The camp health supervisor shall inform appropriate camp staff of any specific needs, as identified in the camper health history, of a camper whom they are responsible.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(b)1.g.
g. A person currently certified as completing the American Red Cross responding to emergencies course or equivalent and meeting subd.
4. ATCP 78.27(2)(b)1.h.
h. A person currently certified as completing a wilderness first aid course as approved by the department and meeting subd.
4. ATCP 78.27(2)(b)2.
2. Health
services
staff
at
a
camp
shall
hold
current certification from
the
American
Red Cross
or American Heart Association for
basic CPR and AED.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(b)2.a.
a. If the local ambulance service provider or emergency medical services states in writing that there is a target response time of 30 minutes or less to the camp, the camp shall meet the requirements pursuant to s. ATCP Table 78.27, for all programs going to a physical location.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(b)2.b.
b. If the
local
ambulance
service
provider
or
emergency
medical service response is greater than 30 minutes, the camp shall meet the requirements pursuant to s. ATCP Table 78.27.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(b)3.
3. Health
services
staff
at
a
camp
shall
hold a
current
certificate
for
the
completion
of the
American
Red Cross
or American Heart Association
first-aid
course
or equivalent.
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ATCP 78.27(2)(b)4.
4. Health services staff administering medication and only meeting the requirements pursuant to subds.
2. and
3., shall annually take the Wisconsin department of public instruction online course, Medication Administration Principles and shall maintain documentation of the assessment test and passing grade.
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