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How to Train Your Team 

Naloxone training is quick and easy and everything you need is available in this included in the Training Tools.

Plan:

Determine a training date, time and location. Make it convenient for maximum participation.

Share:

Advertise the training opportunity. Use the customizable poster template included in the Training Tools, which can be printed or shared digitally.

Conduct the Training:

A typical training is 30 minutes and looks like this: 

• Give an introduction: Why is naloxone training important for you and your organization? 

• Hand out the Training Guide with detailed instructions on how to administer naloxone. 

• Watch the training video here.

• Show what’s inside the naloxone case. Be sure to tell employees where they can find the case in the event of a suspected opioid overdose.

• Answer questions and discuss expectations specific to your organization.

• Make sure employees understand that even after they are trained, it is always an individual decision whether they choose to intervene with naloxone in the case of a suspected overdose. 

Follow Up:

Keep the training top of mind for your employees. 

• Put up “Reverse an Opioid Overdose with Naloxone” posters in a central place. A break room or kitchen are great locations. 

• Make sure employees know who to go to within your organization with questions about administering naloxone. 

• Someone who has intervened in an opioid overdose may experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress due to the high intensity of the event. Remind employees of any Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that may offer free or discounted emotional health resources.

Look Ahead:

Make a plan for refresher trainings and trainings for new employees. Consider holding a training annually, or on a rolling basis as you bring on new team members. 

How to Get Naloxone

In Oregon, anyone can obtain naloxone directly from a pharmacist. You don’t need to see a healthcare provider first.

What to bring with you to the pharmacist

You don’t need to bring any special documentation to the pharmacist, but you may find it easier to print and bring the letter included in the Training Tools to give your pharmacist more information about the OHA naloxone training program.

Naloxone types

There are several types of naloxone. When possible, OHA recommends nasal and intranasal varieties as they are easiest to use.

Cost 

The price of naloxone can vary depending on the type of naloxone and can change over time. Call your pharmacy to get the current price. You may also call your company’s insurance to see if they are able to offset the cost of purchasing naloxone.

Doses

It’s up to you how many naloxone doses you’d like to have on hand. It will depend on how many staff and locations you have and whether your employees work off site. In general, we recommend two doses of naloxone at each office/work location and/or in each business vehicle.

Where to Place Your Naloxone Kit

Research shows that these are the best locations for your naloxone kit:

• Near the AED kit

• Near the restroom(s)

• In the same location as the first-aid equipment/kit 

• By the fire extinguisher