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EYS Health and Safety in an ELC Environment: An Update
This badge is an update on Health and Safety in the ELC Environment.
This badge is an update on Health and Safety in the ELC Environment. On completion of the course you will
- Understand the law regarding health and safety at work
- Awareness of your Role and Responsibilities
- Understand the importance of risk assessment
- Consider hazards in childcare environments
- Consideration of manual handling
- Awareness of equipment and electrical safety
- Consider fire safety in the setting
In order to achieve the badge you will:
- complete the Health and Safety in an ELC Environment:An Update PowerPoint course
- Follow the links in the course paperwork and read the supporting documents
- Answer 3 reflective questions based on the course content
There are no prerequisites to achieve this badge.
Please answer the 3 reflective questions below.
What are your roles and responsibilities in relation to Health and Safety in your job role? (up to 200 words)
Please describe your understanding of a Risk Assessment. (up to 200 words)
Please reflect on the Care Inspectorates positive approach to risk. What does this look like in your own practice? (up to 200 words)
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Early Years Scotland
Early Years Scotland is committed to providing the very best start in life for every child in Scotland.
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