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Gastroenteritis Outbreaks in Camp Facilities
The Victorian Department of Health have produced a Guide for the management and control of gastroenteritis outbreaks in camp facilities (Including outbreak notification form).
Source: Victorian Department of Health
This guide has been produced to assist in the management and control of outbreaks of gastroenteritis in recreational camps. Camps, schools and community groups should follow these guidelines to manage and control gastroenteritis (gastro) outbreaks.
If you suspect you have a gastro outbreak, the first step is to notify the department on 1300 651 160 and then follow the cleaning and control measures in this industry guide.
A guide for the management and control of gastroenteritis outbreaks in camp facilities
Appendix 1A: Chlorine dilutions quick guide
Appendix 1B: Environmental cleaning quick guide
Appendix 4: Outbreak Case List
Appendix 5: Camp Signage
Outbreak Notification Form
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ARCHIVE: Gastroenteritis Guidelines for Camps (VIC)
In 2018 the Gastroenteritis Guidelines have gone under review and the Victorian State Government have developed the following documents
Summary of changes - Guidelines for the investigation of gastroenteritis and industry specific guides review 2018