Absenteeism Reporting
Administrators must report absenteeism when:
- The school or centre has ≥20% absenteeism due to illness among students and/or staff, or
- There is concern regarding high absenteeism within a specific classroom or group (this can include instances of less than 20%).
How to report absenteeism:
- Complete the initial absenteeism report at: www.wechu.org/absenteeism-reporting.
- Once submitted, the Infectious Disease Prevention Department at the WECHU will contact you within 1 (one) business day to provide further guidance.
Diseases of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) Reporting Form
Administrators must report if someone is sick or known to be sick with a Disease of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) to the WECHU within 1 (one) business day of receiving notification.
How to report a DOPHS:
- Complete the DOPHS reporting form at: www.wechu.org/dophs-reporting
- This form must be submitted within 1 (one) business day of receiving notification.
- Once submitted, the Infectious Disease Prevention Department at the WECHU will contact you within 1 (one) business day to provide further guidance.
Additional Resources
This guide can help support you in managing students or staff who have a communicable disease. It provides information on common infections and guidance on when individuals should stay home and when they can return.
Learn about common respiratory symptoms and steps you can take to help prevent the spread of illness in your school or childcare setting, including hand hygiene, staying home when sick, and environmental cleaning.