Hygiene To promote good hygiene, I; � Ensure all surfaces, equipment, toys and utensils are kept clean and any dangerous items repaired or discarded. � Ensure all meals and snacks provided are nutritious and washed, prepared and stored correctly. � Ensure all matters of personal hygiene are attended to in the appropriate manner. Health To prevent accidents and promote good health, I; � Ask parents to keep their children away if they are ill or have an infection. (see Illness policy) � Ensure my first aid equipment is kept clean, current and replenished, with sterile items kept sealed in their packages until needed. � Ensure my First Aid Certificate is kept up-to-date. � Record any incidents or accidents, pre-existing injuries and details of any medication. � Ensure that there is no smoking on the premises. Safety To maintain a safe environment, I will; � Ensure children are supervised at all times and safety checks are made regularly, both indoors and out. � Ensure all dangerous materials and items are kept out of reach from children or placed in cupboards with safety catches. � Ensure appropriate safety devices are in place, e.g. Fire blankets and guards, socket covers, smoke detectors and safety gates. � Ensure safety restraints in pushchairs, highchairs and the car are appropriate. � Ensure the MOT and Insurance for the car and the Public liability Insurance details are suitable and up-to-date. Fire safety policy My home has been inspected for fire safety and suitability as a childminding facility, by the local fire brigade. Smoke detectors are fitted to all levels of the house and they are regularly tested and maintained. I have access to a telephone and have fire extinguishers on the ground and first floors and a fire blanket located in the kitchen. These would only be used if a fire were preventing escape from the building. If a smoke detector sounds, or a fire is detected, the priority is to evacuate the building. I have a FIRE ESCAPE PLAN in place, and older children are all trained and drilled regularly. We would assemble in the lane behind, and a safe distance from, the house and check that everyone is accounted for. Parents or their emergency contacts would be called as soon as practicable to arrange collection of the children. |
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