An "incident" register is kept at the centre to comply with the Workplace Health and Safety Regulations. In the event of a child needing medication during session, please inform the Director. Medication will only be administered if: It is prescribed by a doctor, in its original container with the original pharmacist’s dispensing label with details of: name Child’s Name of medication Dosage Frequency How it is to be administered Date of dispensing Expiry date Parents have completed and signed the Medication Book. A child-resistant cupboard or container in the refrigerator is used for the storage of medication. Allergies and intolerances It is the responsibility of the parents to notify MCH of any known allergies and food intolerances experienced by their children. If your child has a known allergy or food intolerance, please ask for a copy of the Allergy Management Policy. Asthma Management Staff are trained in First Aid and Asthma Management. Parents of children who are known to suffer from Asthma are required to provide an Asthma Action Plan and to read the MCH Asthma Management Policy. Hygiene Practices MCH encourages and maintains a clean and hygienic environment at all times. Hygiene Policies have been developed in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 20011. Washing of Hands Children are required to wash hands: After using the toilet Before touching food On arrival and departure from the centre Parents and children wash their hands OR use the hand sanitizer provided at reception on arrival and departure from the Centre. Staff are meticulous in washing hands in the above and in the following: Administering First Aid to children Assisting children in the toilet Assisting children with food Any other appropriate time On arrival and departure from the Centre
An "incident" register is kept at the centre to comply with the Workplace Health and Safety Regulations. In the event of a child needing medication during session, please inform the Director. Medication will only be administered if: It is prescribed by a doctor, in its original container with the original pharmacist’s dispensing label with details of: Child’s name Name of medication Dosage Frequency How it is to be administered Date of dispensing Expiry date Parents have completed and signed the Medication Book. A child-resistant cupboard or container in the refrigerator is used for the storage of medication. Allergies and intolerances It is the responsibility of the parents to notify MCH of any known allergies and food intolerances experienced by their children. If your child has a known allergy or food intolerance, please ask for a copy of the Allergy Management Policy. Asthma Management Staff are trained in First Aid and Asthma Management. Parents of children who are known to suffer from Asthma are required to provide an Asthma Action Plan and to read the MCH Asthma Management Policy. Hygiene Practices MCH encourages and maintains a clean and hygienic environment at all times. Hygiene Policies have been developed in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 20011. Washing of Hands Children are required to wash hands: After using the toilet Before touching food On arrival and departure from the centre Parents and children wash their hands OR use the hand sanitizer provided at reception on arrival and departure from the Centre. Staff are meticulous in washing hands in the above and in the following: Administering First Aid to children Assisting children in the toilet Assisting children with food Any other appropriate time On arrival and departure from the Centre
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