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Safety and Injury Prevention for Schools

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On this page access information, supports and services related to safety and injury prevention for schools.

About Safety and Injury Prevention for Schools

Personal safety and injury prevention are essential to active and healthy living. Education in these areas help students gain the knowledge and skills they need to create safer environments, make better choices and prevent injuries. Positive behaviours in personal safety affect overall health and well-being.

Public Health Nurses Supporting Schools

Public health nurses work to enhance the health and well-being of school communities. Learn about how public health nurses support schools in Halton Region.

Role of public health nurses

The Halton Region Health Department works to promote the health and developmental potential of children and youth. Public health nurses work to enhance the physical, mental, social and spiritual health of entire school communities.

Public health nurses work collaboratively on policies, programs and building environments that promote mental health, healthy eating behaviours, access to nutritious food, and prevent substance use/misuse. Public health nurses also provide information and resources on other health topics.

School Years Health Program supports

All Halton Region schools have access to the following:

Resources

General safety

Helmets

Road safety

General safety

Helmet safety and concussions

Road safety

UV protection

Concussion

Concussion information to share with parents:

General safety

Road safety 

UV protection

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