General Provisions
Who should be sitting with children during mealtimes and why?
Infant and toddler classes. It allows for supervision, interactions, and modeling healthy and safe eating!
Where should we meet for fire drills?
Near the garage
When awake, use of confining equipment for infants must be minimized, not to exceed how many minutes at a time?
30 minutes at a time.
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
How often do we have to renew CPR/First Aid certification
Every 2 years.
How do you label a child's water cup?
First & last name + date
What should each class bring during any tornado or fire drills?
o Emergency bags (containing emergency records & emergency medications)
o Name to Face sheets
Your goal should be to reduce the number of transitions and offer uninterrupted play time of at least 30 minutes, WHY?
• Caregivers will have more time to engage and interact with the children.
• It allows for increased small group interactions based on the child’s interests rather than whole group activities led by the caregiver.
• It allows for more uninterrupted time which equals more elaborate play themes.
• Children develop a sense of ownership and become more vested in the group activity.
• It reduces challenging behaviors.
• Teachers feel less rushed.
• It reduces stress for everyone.
How far apart should cribs and cots be placed from each other?
24 inches for cribs, 18 inches for cots
A minimum of 16 hours
For 1 teacher, what is the maximum ratio for each of the following age groups?
0-1yr
1-2.5yr
2.5-3yr
3-4yr
4-5yr
0-1 1:4
1-2.5 1:4
2.5-3 1:8
3-4 1:10
4-5 1:12
Where do we meet for a tornado drill?
In the hallway outside of your classroom
Please list at least 2 examples of materials that can be used in the following areas:
Large and small muscle:
Sensory Exploration:
Social interaction and dramatic play:
Discovery and exploration:
Creative experiences through art, music & literature:
Math and science:
Large and small muscle: Climber, balance beam, manipulatives (such as beads, lacing boards).
Sensory Exploration: Sand, water, playdough
Social interaction and dramatic play: Home Living area, puppets
Discovery and exploration: Puzzles, table toys
Creative experiences through art, music & literature: Art supplies, musical instruments, reading materials
Math and science: Blocks, counters, nature items.
When should a staff member wash their hands? (List a minimum of 4)
-Before serving meals -Before serving bottles -After changing diapers/toileting -When handling animals -When soiled -Upon arrival to the center -After wiping a child's nose
What documentation do we need to be able to apply sunscreen, diaper cream, & wipes?
Signed nonprescription medication form dated within one year.
What are the rules for storing and administering medication?
Right child, right medication, right time, right method, right dose
What are the items recommended to keep in an emergency bag? (List at least 4 items)
o Flashlight
o Blanket
o Water and snacks.
o First aid kit.
o Extra batteries.
o Child information records.
o Epi Pens/Needed Medication
o Diapers and wipes.
At what age are children allowed to use screens?
2 years old - however EEA is a screen-free center!
How long can milk be used after opening?
7 days
What should be included in an incident report?
Name of child
Time of injury
Date
Injury Description
Action Taken
Signature of Parent/Director
Person who observed the accident
General comments
If a parent asks to see their child's records, should you allow them to look through the classroom files?
No - in order to protect the confidentiality of all student, please refer them to the director
What is the center address and phone number? WITHOUT LOOKING
2805 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
(248) 618-0404
How long must children rest on their cots before being offered a quiet activity?
30 minutes
Each refrigerator must have an accurate working thermometer indicating a temperature of ____ degrees Fahrenheit or below.
Each refrigerator must have an accurate working thermometer indicating a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
What should be included in the daily information sheet for infants and toddlers?
a) Food intake; time, type of food, and amount eaten.
b) Sleeping patterns; indicating when and how long the child slept.
c) Elimination patterns, including bowel movements, consistency, and frequency.
d) Developmental milestones.
e) Changes in the child’s usual behaviors.