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The Region of Peel School Health Reference Guide is a supplementary resource to relevant Peel and Dufferin-Peel school board policies. Always refer to school board policy first if you have questions or concerns.

• Hot Weather
• Cold Weather

Hot Weather

Warm weather and extreme heat events may pose health risks for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke, heat fainting, heat rashes, and muscle cramps. Protect yourself and others by avoiding overexposure to the heat, keeping cool and hydrated, and understanding signs and symptoms of heat-illnesses. ¹

Read Peel Public Health's Hot Weather Guidelines for Schools (PDF 157KB) to learn more.

Hot Weather Guidelines References

1. Bassil, K., Cole, D.C., Smoyer-Tomic, K., Callaghan, M., and Heat Episode Public
2. Health Intervention Review Team (2007). "What is the Evidence on Applicability and Effectiveness of Public Health Interventions in Reducing Morbidity and Mortality during Heat Episodes?: A review for the National Collaborating Centre for Environmental Health." Available at ncceh.ca

Cold Weather

Exposure to cold weather may cause risks for cold-related injuries such as hypothermia and frostbite. Protect yourself and others by dressing appropriately, taking precautions against the cold, and knowing what steps to take in the event of an injury. ²

Read Peel Public Health's Cold Weather Guidelines for Schools to learn more.

References
¹Health Canada-Extreme Heat Events Guidelines: Technical Guide for Health Care Workers (2011)
²Environment Canada- Canada's Wind Chill Index: Beating the Chill: Cold Weather Statement available at ec.gc.ca

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