Health & Safety

Ensuring the health and safety of children is our top priority. We are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy environment for children, parents, staff, and volunteers in our setting. Our goal is to raise awareness of health and safety issues among children, parents, staff, and volunteers, and to minimise hazards and risks, allowing children to thrive in a secure and nurturing environment. Health & Safety is a shared responsibility!

 

• We prominently display the necessary health and safety policies in the kitchen area, as applicable.

• We hold Public Liability insurance and Employers' Liability insurance. The certificate for Public Liability insurance is displayed on our welcome board in the foyer area.

• Our induction training clearly explains health and safety issues, ensuring that all adults understand their shared responsibility for health and safety and can adhere to our policies and procedures. The training covers employee well-being, including safe lifting techniques and the proper storage of potentially dangerous substances.

• We engage children in discussions and activities to raise awareness about health and safety issues.

• We take precautions to prevent children's fingers from being trapped in doors.

• Daily checks are conducted on all floor surfaces to ensure cleanliness and that they are not damaged.

• The door leading to the kitchen area is kept closed.

• We ensure that all electrical equipment meets safety requirements and undergoes regular safety checks, including Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), where applicable.

• Heaters are adequately guarded, and children are educated not to touch them.

• We utilise plug covers to enhance safety.

• There are an adequate number of sockets in our setting to prevent overloading.

• We control the hot water temperature to prevent scalds.

• Adequate lighting and ventilation are maintained in our setting.

• All resources and materials are stored securely to prevent accidents.

• Our outdoor area is securely fenced, and all gates are childproof and safe.

• Our outdoor area is inspected daily for rubbish, animal droppings, and any other unsafe items before use.

• We ensure that children are appropriately dressed for various weather conditions, and parents are encouraged to apply sun cream before arriving at the setting; we will reapply as necessary.

• We stay informed of the latest recommendations from Public Health England to ensure up-to-date practices.

• Our daily routines promote children's understanding of personal hygiene.

• We have a thorough daily cleaning routine for all areas of the setting.

• All equipment undergoes regular checks for cleanliness and safety, and any dangerous items are repaired or discarded.

• All our materials, including paint and glue, are non-toxic.

• We educate children on the safe handling and storage of tools.

 

CREATED: AUGUST 2023   NEXT REVIEW: AUGUST 2024