This information is designed to refresh parents in the basics of children's health and safety. Facilities that effectively implement and maintain high standards of health and safety recognize that these practices enhance the quality of child care provided. In this training, you will learn the importance of hand-washing, diaper changing cleanliness and ways to promote a safe playing environment for the children. Take this mini course by reading and printing the articles below for your convenience!

The health and safety of children are among the top priorities for parents and child care providers, alike. Ensuring children learn and practice healthy hygiene habits, like proper hand washing, is just one of the simple ways to promote health and safety. Safety measures should also be taken with the structure of the environment; this includes proper use of barriers for both the indoor and outdoor play areas. After all, structuring the playroom and other areas of the facility to best accommodate the needs of the children, is just one of the many practical ways of setting them up for success!

For additional articles and information related to children's health and safety, click on the links below or visit the Child Care Aware website!

  • "How can you help your child experience the outdoors and be safe? It's easier than you may think."

  • "Physical activity is an important part of children's growth and development. Researchers say that toddlers need 30 minutes of structured physical activities everyday, and then an additional 60 minutes of free playtime. Being active at a young age can help children stay fit for life!"

  • "Sleep. It's what all humans need. It is part of the rhythm of life and the life cycle. We know that babies sleep a lot. Babies spend more than half the day sleeping. Even by age two, a toddler spends more time asleep than awake. All in all, nearly 40 percent of childhood is spent sleeping."