Environmental Safety

Description:

This lesson introduces the general aspects of environmental safety in a child care facility. Identification and avoidance of hazards, both outdoor and indoor, are also discussed.

Objectives:

RECALL pollutants that can affect outdoor air quality and how to protect children from their effects.

IDENTIFY environmental safety hazards associated with outdoor play areas.

IDENTIFY environmental safety hazards associated with indoor areas of a child care facility.

RECALL hazardous toxins that may be present in a child care facility and how to reduce the risks associated with them.

RECALL fire safety planning and procedures.