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Trainer Monitored Discussion – Child care programs guidance policy
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Trainer Monitored Discussion – Child care programs guidance policy
Callie Houghton replied 6 hours, 29 minutes ago 71 Members · 121 Replies
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One big one would be about the safety protocols that the child care program follows. It would outline the procedures for emergencies, first aid, and accident prevention. Another thing would be about health and hygiene within the program, including guidelines for hand washing, diaper changing, and food preparation. These policies can also provide guidance on how to prevent and respond to communicable illnesses.
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Priya Anand
MemberMay 1, 2023 at 12:23 amGuidance are always useful for us to refer on childcare paractices and policies.
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When there are Injuries, accidents and safety evacuation situations written guidance policies would be very helpful. In my opinion written policies are mandatory.
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kadija hussen
MemberMay 1, 2023 at 11:54 amIf children are hurt it would be best to follow guidelines rather than to immediately react or do nothing at all.
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Yes, written guidance policies can be useful in many situations such as helping childcare providers address behavior concerns in a consistent and effective manner, providing clear guidance on health and safety procedures, and outlining expectations for communication with parents and families. Clear policies can help maintain a safe and supportive environment for both children and caregivers.
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Maria ramos Henriquez
MemberMay 11, 2023 at 4:23 amcreo que esas políticas escritas serían útiles en situaciones como emergencias, lesiones, informes de comportamiento, enfermedades. Creo que todos ellos necesitan políticas escritas para que el personal y los padres sepan los pasos en los que se manejarán estas situaciones para que no haya sorpresas y que haya pasos fáciles disponibles para seguir y manejar situaciones.creo que esas políticas escritas serían útiles en situaciones como emergencias, lesiones, informes de comportamiento, enfermedades. Creo que todos ellos necesitan políticas escritas para que el personal y los padres sepan los pasos en los que se manejarán estas situaciones para que no haya sorpresas y que haya pasos fáciles disponibles para seguir y manejar situaciones.
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Jennifer
MemberMay 13, 2023 at 11:27 pmYes, they are important to review and use for emergencies, accidents, illnesses or things that are out of the norm.
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YES! In all situations! The guidelines are written by experts who know what it takes to keep kids safe, healthy and always learning.
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Absolutely these policy’s are put in place for protection of children and staff. without some of these policy’s the environment could potentially be unsafe or less structured.
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Deseray Vazquez
MemberMay 15, 2023 at 9:08 pmYes these should be posted in the staff room and all around the classroom to be a helpful resource during any type of situatons.
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Apria Hunter-Brown
MemberMay 18, 2023 at 5:33 amYes any accidents or emergencies this could be useful.
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Are there any situations where you think the childcare programs written guidance policies would be useful?
Anytime where legal, medical, or other documentation is needing to be done.
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Kelly Ann
MemberMay 27, 2023 at 6:43 pmyes emergencies
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Dawnette
MemberMay 29, 2023 at 7:02 pmyes, in a case of an emergency and or illness