Despite every precaution accidents will occur at the Centre from time to time. The following policy will be implemented to protect your child and keep you informed should an accident occur.
Accident Reports
- You are required to provide written authority (included in the enrolment form) for staff of the Centre to seek medical attention for your child if required.
- In the case of a minor accident staff will attend to the injured child and apply first aid. Depending on the injury you will be contacted at the time of the accident or informed about the incident when you arrive to collect your child.
- If a serious accident occurs which requires more than first aid treatment you will be contacted immediately or if you cannot be contacted your emergency contact person will be phoned. Your child’s injuries will be assessed and either an ambulance will be called or your child will be taken to a local clinic or medical practitioner for medical treatment.
A staff member will accompany your child until you are able to be there. You will be provided with a copy of the accident report completed by the person in charge of the Centre at the time of the accident.