This article shows school and district teams how to build a real airway safety system in 2026. It covers staff training, placement, procurement, district budgeting, and where state or federal safety funding fits without turning one tool into the whole plan. Updated on May 14, 2026

This 2026 school choking response guide shows staff how to recognize severe choking, start first-line action, call 911, assign roles, retrieve backup without delaying care, and hand the scene off to EMS. Updated on May 14, 2026