• The exam should be conducted with sensitivity in order to lessen anxiety of children. The procedure should be established as routine and non-threatening.
• The staff should be discreet and maintain confidentiality for child and family where there is a suspected case of head lice.
• A good light source is required. Outside in the sun may produce the best results.
• The exam may be done using disposable gloves. The gloves should be changed whenever a suspected case or an old case is examined.
• When a child is suspected of having lice, or when screening returning students or old cases, the examiners will wash their hands after each examination.

1. Any child with evidence of head lice must be sent home immediately. The parent is referred to the teacher or Family Advocate for information and follow-up care.
2. If head lice are identified at any time during the week, the entire class must be rechecked.
3. Parents will be advised to check siblings and other members of the family.
4. Procedures for sanitizing classroom:

1. All smocks are to be removed and washed.
2. Pillows, stuffed toys, play clothes and other non-washable items should be placed in plastic bags, tightly sealed, tagged with the day’s date and placed in the shed for 30 days.
3. Lead Center Teacher and Family Advocate is notified so notice can be sent to all parents. (see notice)
4. Lead Center Teacher will advise maintenance person to be extra thorough in vacuuming couches and carpets.

edited 03/09/2007 04:16:43 PM