Walks
Where would you enter your plans for a walk, so that everyone knows where you are at all times?
Enter your plans in the classroom sign out book.
Why do we need to have supervision cards at all times?
To keep track of the children at all times
So we never lose a child.
To meet the supervision requirements for DHS Regulations and Cyert Center practices.
In relation to the line, how should educators place themselves while walking from place to place with children?
Front, middle and back
When should you complete an injury & incident report?
As soon as possible after the incident
What are three things you should always bring with you when leaving the center?
first aid kit
phone
supervision cards
What should be discussed with children before leaving the center for a walk?
Walking safety rules, with guidance appropriate for your age group.
If leaving the center, when should you check your supervision cards?
Before you leave for a walk, during the walk, when returning from a walk.
What should you do before stopping to play in any area? (on campus, in the community, on our playground too!)
Do a complete safety check before the children are permitted to play there.
When an educator completes an accident/injury report who should get a copy?
1 copy should be given to the parent(s)
1 copy should be given to the office for the child's file
1 copy should be placed in the child's classroom folder
What should you do if you encounter a group from another program that wants to join you to play at Flagstaff Hill or Bakery Square?
Leave or reach a polite negotiation with the other group
What bodily function should children be reminded to do before leaving for a walk?
Trying to use the toilet.
Who is responsible for the safety and supervision of the children?
Every staff member and educator at the program. Each staff member also has extra responsibility for accounting for the children whose supervision cards they are holding.
Who is responsible for safety on walks?
Every educator is responsible for safety on walks, and for accounting for the children on their supervision cards.
Who should sign an injury and incident report?
The staff person filling out the form and a parent/guardian of the child.
What should you do if a child is missing?
One educator should communicate this to a Director/Assistant Director immediately and they will advise you about what to do next.
The actions of the other team members may depend on the situation. (Look for the child, calm the rest of the group, etc)