Contribute to Children and Yp’s Health and Safety

MU 2. 4 CONTRIBUTE TO CHILDRENS AND YOUNG PEOPLES HEALTH & SAFETY Check your knowledge 1. What does COSHH stand for? COSHH stands for control of substances hazardous to health 2. Name deuce other regulations that cover health and safety in childrens settings. Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences Regulation (RIDDOR) 1995 aliment hygiene legislation 2006 safe storage and preparation of food 3. appoint sixer routine unremarkable checks you should make of the indoor and outdoor environments in your setting. ndooroutdoor Check that floor is clean, clear, bright and look invitingCheck that there argon not sharp instruments, rocks check that all toys are securely place on mats, or hygienic arranged and not damagedEnsure that there are not insects and bees nests Check that heating and lights are workingEnsure shed is locked at the end of the day 4. Identify two ways in which you abide make sure children are secure in your setting. Checking that the gates and the doors are locked Ensure that the adult to child ratio is correct . List three aspects of welfare covered by the statutory requirements of the EYFS. Safeguarding and promoting childrens welfareThe provider must prepare demand steps to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The provider must promote the good health of the children, take necessary steps to check the spread of infection, and take appropriate action when they are ill. Childrens behavior must be managed effectively and in a manner appropriate for their stage of development and ill-tempered individual needs.OrganizationProviders must plan and organize their systems to ensure that every child receives an enjoyable and challenging encyclopaedism and development experience that is tailored to meet their individual needs. DocumentationProviders must maintain records, policies and procedures required for the safe and competent management of the settings and to meet the needs of the children. 6. Give three example s of how you might assess the risk of particular activities, fetching the childrens ages into account. working with animals the animals must be well trained, proper supervision and the activity should be make with children over 8 years football the children can hit each other or can happen accidents as breakages as a control measure I need to provide peck of space and not interfere with other games 7. Why is it important to record accidents and incidents? It is important to learn from mistakes and prevent children being injured or becoming ill in future and to report to parents. 8.List six items from a first aid kit. adhesive bandages, sterile dressings, thermometer, gloves, regular strength pain medication, Disinfectant. 9. What should you do in the case of an accident before you start to pause first aid? Before starting to give first aid in the case of an accident is to call for an ambulance. 10. List three key signs of meningitis in a baby or young child. Fever Headache Dis like of light Stiff get by Red spots underneath the skin that not disappear when a glass is pressed against it