EPINEPHRINE AUTO-INJECTORS (EpiPen)
An EpiPen auto-injector is a disposable, single dose, automatic injection device used to treat life threatening, allergic emergencies in people who are at risk of a serious allergic emergency. PIN 19-21-ASC
The EpiPen is an important and life-saving device for people with allergies who need quick treatment. The single dose injector that is easy to use.
Under the Good Samaritan law, California recognizes Severe Allergic Reactions are considered fatal if left untreated. Therefore does not need to be in a care plan, but training must be conducted Through a Emergency Medical Safety Training such as First Aid, CPR and AED training that Ca Care Association has partnered with community providers to provide access to family caregivers and paid professionals.
Ca Care Association is a provider led organization, and we believe training is key to responding appropriately to Emergency Medical Situations.
Our Mission:
Ca Care Association is committed to educating, preserving, developing Home and Community-Based Programs that enhance the safety and well-being of California's most vulnerable residents in senior and adult communities; that is a self determined and person-centered approach.
Pursuant to
Title 22. Social Security
Division 9. Prehospital Emergency Medical Services
Chapter 1.9. Lay Rescuer Epinephrine Auto-Injector Training Certification Standards
Article 3. Training Program Requirements:
22 CCR § 100048
§ 100048. Course Content Requirements.
(a) Training in the administration of epinephrine shall result in the lay rescuer demonstrating competency in the assessment, management and administration of epinephrine to an individual suspected of having an anaphylactic reaction.
(b) The following topics and skills shall be included in the training:
(1) Common causative agents,
(2) Recognition of symptoms of anaphylaxis,
(3) Recognition of signs of anaphylaxis,
(4) Acquisition and disposal of epinephrine auto-injectors,
(5) Maintenance and quality assessment of epinephrine auto-injectors,
(6) Emergency use of an epinephrine auto-injector
(A) Indications,
(B) Contraindications,
(C) Adverse effects,
(D) Administration by auto-injector,
(E) Dosing,
(F) Drug actions,
(G) Proper storage, handling and disposal of used/or expired injectors,
(7) Consent law,
(8) Good Samaritan law,
(9) Emergency Care Plans,
(10) Activation of the EMS system by calling 9-1-1,
(11) Commonly available models of epinephrine auto-injectors,
(12) Record keeping requirement as specified in Section 100045(b).
(c) At the completion of training, the student shall successfully complete a competency based written and skills examination which shall include all the course content requirements listed in subsection (b) of this Section.
Note: Authority cited: Section 1797.107, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1797.197 and 1797.197a, Health and Safety Code.
HISTORY
1. New section filed 10-15-2015; operative 1-1-2016 (Register 2015, No. 42).
This database is current through 7/29/22 Register 2022, No. 30
22 CCR § 100048, 22 CA ADC § 100048
Want to learn more?
You can also get certified through our training partners!
Heartsaver First Aid, CPR & AED training is one of our most popular courses. This course trains care providers with little or no medical training to provide first aid, CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
This course is offered in two training formats:
Classroom Format: Instructor-led, hands-on class format conducted in your office or home to reinforce skills proficiency. This course is a video-based and teaches the skills critical to assess, manage and respond to an emergency until EMS gets arrives. The practice-while-watching technique allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students’ learning of skills.
Blended Learning Format: Combines online and hands-on training in an optimal format to teach participants first aid, CPR and AED skills. This approach enables students who are not able to attend traditional classroom training to learn the course at their own pace, while also providing more flexibility in scheduling hands-on training with their instructor. Upon completion of the online portion, students must complete hands-on skills session with a our certified instructor.
For Certification Renewal:A renewal course is designed for those whose certification is still valid but near expiration. It allows you to refresh your memory, renew your skills and stay up-to-date on scientific-based life-saving techniques. It is shorter than a standard initial certification class. A participant will be required to present an existing certification card to be able to register for a renewal class.
Duration: Initial certification - 3 hours / Renewal - 1 hour
Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a course completion card, valid for two years.
