Health  and Safety Policy

It is our policy to promote and ensure the good health and safety of children in my care in line with the requirements laid out in the EYFS Framework, and Health and Safety Executive. 

Safety and suitability of premises, environment and equipment

In order to ensure children’s safety in our setting we have a range of safety equipment e.g. stair gates, fire guards and plug socket covers. which are regularly checked to ensure they are in good repair.

The kitchen is locked and not accessible without an adult.

Our smoke alarms are tested regularly and fire drills are carried out and recorded. We have a fire blanket in my kitchen and children and parents are aware of my emergency evacuation procedure.

Our premises are secure to ensure children’s safety and prevent intruders and We have a procedure for checking the identity of visitors.

We have a risk assessment policy that details how We manage and assess risk and an outings policy that details my procedure whilst away from the setting.

All equipment used in our setting is regularly checked for damage and wear and tear and replaced when necessary, for example high chairs, buggies, cots.

Our  cars are regularly serviced has an up to date MOT and insured for business use.

All car seats are checked regularly and used correctly in accordance with seat belt regulations.

All gardening equipment is locked in the shed, and dangerous plants have been removed.

We hold a current local authority approved paediatric first aid certificates.

Health
We hold a basic food hygiene certificate.

We encourage children to learn about good hygiene by promoting regular hand washing. 

When providing meals and snacks children are encouraged to make healthy choices and the benefits of an active lifestyle are promoted, e.g. access to outdoor play daily. 

Baby changing mats are cleaned after each use.

We have registered with my local environmental health department, and ensure correct storage, hygiene of food preparation areas and preparation of food.

My pets are kept away from food preparation areas and their food bowls are out of reach of children. All pets are regularly vaccinated and up to date with worming and flea treatment.

All areas accessible to children including toys and equipment are regularly cleaned.     

This policy also links with our accident and emergency procedures, illness, risk assessment, no smoking and outings policy.
Updated Jan 16