The purpose of this project is how we can ensure the health and safety of children in a childcare setting. We have to consider the welfare of every child who will be under our care once we are working in Childcare. We have to follow some certain guidelines and this project will help me to outline the requirements necessary to provide for the health and well being of the children, including their protection and ensuring a safe environment for them. This project will further discuss the Health and Safety Regulations, some Legislation involved in Childcare and we have to come up with some policies and procedures.
II. Critical Evaluation of Health and Safety issues in an ECCE setting
Health and Safety Awareness
As a childcare provider you have taken on sole responsibility for the safety, health, well being and development of your minded children while they are in your care. By ensuring that the childcare facility is safe and secure for children you will go a long way in avoiding the types of accidents and injuries that have the potential to be serious if not life threatening.
Promoting the health and the welfare of the child requires protection from harm, provision of nutritious food, appropriate opportunities for rest and secure relationships characterized by trust and respect.
I went to a childcare crèche and have given a permission to observe their facilities using the Health and Safety checklist. The checklist that I have used during the assessment is attached on the Appendices.
III. Important Headings
1. Health and Safety Regulations
• Childcare, Child Health and Well being definition
Childcare is when children are supervised and cared for by a person other than a parent or caregiver. Obtaining affordable, quality child daycare, especially for children under age 5, is a major concern for many parents. Childcare can range from single-night babysitting to daily childcare for working parents.
Child 's health includes physical, mental and