Every child deserves the best possible start in life, with the opportunity to develop in an environment that is both safe and secure. Parents who use an Early Years services should be able to do so with the utmost confidence that their children will be getting the best possible experiences and are always protected from harm. The premises and equipment should be clean, and providers should be aware of the requirements of current health and safety legislation (including hygiene requirements). In addition, a health and safety policy should be in place, which includes procedures for identifying, reporting, and dealing with accidents, hazards and faulty equipment.

This course will enable managers to ensure that their organisation and staff are fully prepared to meet the statutory obligations.

The learning objectives for this course are as follows:

1. To give a brief overview of health and safety in an Early Years setting
2. To look at your role as a manager/employer/employee
3. To understand legislation, frameworks, statutory duty and orders

This course ensures your practice is in line with the requirements of the Childcare Act 2006 (the Act), as amended by the Children and Families Act 2014. It will also support your continuous professional development and enable you to keep well informed and up-to-date with current practice.

Should you wish to discuss your training needs based on the children in your care, please call 0800 774 787.