Task 5 – Healthy and safe home based environment for children As a childminder‚ it is my duty to keep the children in my care safe and free of harm. In order to do so‚ I must consider the following: - What risks are there to children in my home and in the garden and how could accidents be minimised? - What risks are there to children off site when on an outing? - Who will be collecting the child / children? - What food to provide and how to ensure that meals are prepared
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sure all main doors are kept locked and the key put on a hook near the door out of reach from the children Alcohol put away and out of sight from the children Pet food out of reach Plug sockets have protectors in All highchairs/ booster seats have 5 point harness Kitchen All household cleaners are locked away Plastic bags out of reach Fire blanket Make sure all sharp objects are out of sight and reach of children Use short coiled flexes on electrical equipment Bathroom /Toilet Keep all cleaning
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CYP 3.4 – Support Children and Young People’s Health and Safety 1.1 Describe the factors to take into account when planning healthy and safe indoor and outdoor environments and services There are many factors to take into account when planning healty and safe enviroments and activities for children and young people. The first to take into account is the individuality of every child and the different needs‚ age and abilities of every child.My setting have a few children with special needs who
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Task 1: 1.1- Outline the current legislation covering home-based childcare & the role of the regulatory bodies. I would like to let you know as Parents some important information regarding up-to-date home-based childcare legislation and the registered bodies to ensure your children get the best care possible whilst in my care. I have done so in a simple question and answer format‚ please don’t hesitate to ask me if you have further questions. There are many current legislations covering home based
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Cypop5 Task 1 Information sheet for Parents outlining the following: A. Current legislation for home-based childcare B. The Role of regulatory bodies I would like to let you know as Parents some important information regarding up-to-date home-based childcare legislation and the registered bodies to ensure your children get the best care possible whilst in my care. I have done so in a simple question and answer format‚ please don’t hesitate to ask me if you have further questions
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service CYPOP5 Task 1 1.1 If you wish to become a childminder or care for children under the age of 8yrs‚ you will have to register with one of the UK’s regulatory bodies by law. There is also a voluntary register for those that wish to work with children over 8yrs. Which Body you register with will depend on what part of the UK you live and wish to work in. If you live/work in- England - The office for standards in education (Ofsted) Northern Ireland- the local health and social
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about certain hazards‚ the level of risk they pose to you and your colleagues and control measures put in place to reduce likelihood. • What areas of housekeeping have implications regarding Health & Safety legislation and who is responsible? Cleaning solvents must be used according to Health and Safety and/or COSHH regulations. The person using the substance has a duty to the safety of themselves and anyone in close proximity‚ and must use it as per the manufacturer’s instructions‚ or request
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QCF641 (1) 1.7) State why health‚ safety and welfare legislation‚ notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational area. 1.8) State how to comply with control measures that have been identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work. QCF641 (2) 2.2) List typical hazards associated with the work environment and occupational area in relation to; Resources Substances Asbestos Equipment Obstructions Storage Services Work Activities QCF641 (2) 2
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CYPOP5 Task 1 As a home based childcare provider there are legislations that I work to that are put in place to ensure your child gets the upmost care whilst in my care. There are many legislations‚ these are the ones I feel are most relevant: Children Act (2004 and 1989) The Children Act 2004 amended the Children Act 1989 mainly in response to the Victoria Climbe inquiry. The Children Act 1989 was the first acknowledgment in UK Law of children’s rights encapsulated by the phrase ‘the needs
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Task 1 The current legislation for home based childcare is every child matters. (Children’s Act 2004) (To be safe (To be healthy ( To enjoy & achieve ( Make a positive contribution and (Achieve economic well being. The role of regulatory bodies is to inspect childcare places. They are called Ofsted. They register & inspect childcare providers including child minders and nannies. They will inspect you and your setting if you are looking after children under 5 years. You can call the local authority
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