DSEK issues instructions to schools to combat ill-effect heat wave

The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Thursday issued a series of instructions to schools in valley to combat ill-effect of the heat wave which may pose risk to children.

The schools in Kashmir will reopen today after remaining closed following the announcement of summer vacations.

“Keeping in view the prevailing heat wave in Kashmir Division, which may at times pose risk to the health of the school going children. the heads of all the Educational Institutions of Kashmir Division (Govt. as well as are placed under strict instructions to adhere to the below given guidelines”, reads the circular issued by Directorate of School Education Kashmir Tassaduq Hussain.

The circular states that morning assembly should be brief and conducted in such an area (or in classrooms) where students are not exposed to direct sunlight. Sports and other outdoor activities be adjusted in early hours and care be taken during assembly and a of students.

The circular further states that overcrowding in school buses be strictly avoided and students as per seating capacity be carried in school buses. Drinking water and first aid kits must be available in buses.

School Buses Vans be parked in shaded areas. Parents be sensitized to pick up the children personally wherever applicable, it added.

“Sufficient potable water be kept available at multiple places preferably in Water Coolers/Earthen pots (Pitchers).Students should be sensitized regarding proper hydration and advised to sip water at regular intervals”, the circular reads.

Increased hydration naturally results in increased use of washrooms so washrooms need to be kept in clean and hygienic conditions, the circular reads.

Meals served to students under PM POSHAN must be served hot and fresh. Students carrying food in Tiffin be advised to bring light food for lunch which would not become stale easily, the circular reads.

Lunch of the students be checked before consumption. Do’s and Don’ts to be displayed at prominent places, the circular reads.

The Do’s instruction reads, Drink sufficient water even if not thirsty. Use ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) , homemade drink like Lassi, Lemon Water etc. to keep yourself hydrated and cover your head by Hat, Umbrella or scarf etc. Stay indoors as much as possible. In case of illness or faintness , consult doctor immediately.
The Don’t instructions read, Don’t go outside empty stomach or immediately after consuming food. Avoid direct sun especially in the afternoon. Don’t go outside barefoot.

Don’t eat junk / spicy or stale food The instructions shall be strictly adhered to, the circular reads.