Supervision & Protocol
CYP supervision is defined as watching, listening to, interacting with, and ________
protecting the safety of participants.
What is the max number of group sizes for infants?
8
Parent/guardians
Other than visually watching children, what else is used to help monitor children in the classrooms?
Convex mirrors
What does L.O.S.S stand for?
Line of Sight Supervision
What is the max number of group sizes for pre-toddlers?
10
What do professionals use to maintain accountability?
Ratio Sheets
True or False: Convex mirrors are a great method used to replace supervision.
False. It is imperative that professionals have line of sight for all children inside of the classroom.
True or False: Professionals sometimes position themselves to observe all children by always watching and listening
False. Professionals should always position themselves to observe all children.
What is the max number of group sizes for Toddlers?
14
What 3 steps must CDC Professionals use to accurately complete “name to face” procedures?
Review the ratio sheet
Say the participant’s name
Visually assessing the participant’s presence.
What is the best method to supervise outdoor play areas?
Strategically watching all participants within a specific zone
Not to engage in prolonged conversations
How do professionals practice active supervision?
with focused attention
intentional observation of children
position themselves to observe all children by always watching and listening
What is the max number of group sizes for Pre-schoolers?
24
When are name to face procedures conducted?
*Hint must list all 4.
Every transition
Going indoors to outdoors
When accountability is transferred
During evacuations
Active and positive supervision involves___
*Hint: List all 5
1.Knowing participants abilities
2.Establishing clear and simple safety rules
3.Being aware of and scanning for potential safety hazards
4.Scanning play activities and circulating around the area
5.Focusing on the positive rather than negative to teach safety