In group care situations one of the most troublesome problems is to control the spread of infections among the children and staff.
Emphasis of Hand Washing Techniques
- The application of universal hygiene procedures will be followed at the Centre at all times to control the spread of infection within the Centre.
- Staff role model a high level of personal hygiene at all times, and place emphasis on the children learning and understanding why hygiene is important.
- Hand washing is central to this system and children will be introduced to washing their hands before all clean tasks (i.e. meals) and after all dirty tasks (i.e. after using the toilet) as soon as they are developmentally ready.