Relating to the availability and use of airway clearance devices at public school campuses and to contracts for medication for respiratory distress and training at public schools.

Contracts

• Procurement Agreements: Schools are now explicitly authorized to contract for respiratory distress medication and training. Vendors should revise Master Services Agreements (MSAs) to bundle hardware (ACDs), pharmaceuticals, and training into single "Respiratory Preparedness" packages.
• Donation Agreements: Districts accepting donated devices must utilize agreements that include indemnification clauses protecting the district against device failure, as the district is the end-user complying with state law.

Hiring/Training

• Duty Rosters: Principals must adjust duty schedules. If an ACD is stored in a cafeteria, a staff member trained in its use must be physically present whenever a "substantial number" of students are eating.
• Specific Training: General CPR training is insufficient. Staff must receive training specific to the brand/model of the Airway Clearance Device installed (e.g., LifeVac, Dechoker).

Reporting & Record-Keeping

• Maintenance Logs: Districts must maintain inspection logs proving the device is compliant with manufacturer specifications and has not expired.
• Training Rosters: Maintain a distinct log of employees trained specifically on the ACDs to prove compliance with Section 2(d) in the event of a liability claim.
• Donation Documentation: Explicitly document that devices were obtained via donation or specific grant to trigger statutory liability protections.

Fees & Costs

• Budget Impact: Direct costs are low, as the mandate to stock devices is triggered only by donations or specific appropriations.
• Operational Cost: Indirect costs involve staff time for training and potential overtime or scheduling adjustments to ensure coverage during all lunch periods.