
Handling suspected food poisoning cases
This resource outlines a structured and practical approach for responding to suspected food poisoning incidents in school tuckshops. It emphasises the importance of gathering clear, factual information quickly to support decision-making, protect student wellbeing, and assist health authorities if required. The questionnaire provides a consistent set of questions for both affected students and tuckshop staff, covering key areas such as symptoms, timing, food consumed, and other possible sources of illness. It also encourages identifying whether others are affected and whether








