3.              Suitable premises, environment and equipment

3.1.       Risk assessment

3.1.1. Risk assessment policy

At Forton nursery we have endeavoured to assess what risks may be found in the setting and have put into place a series of control measures to reduce these risks. Before each session starts staff are asked to carry out a number of relevant safety checks

Outdoor

Staff to:

Check play equipment is safe and useable before putting it out for use during the session

The sandpit is free from foreign bodies

Perimeter fence and gate are safe and secure

Alleyway gates are open for outdoor play

Grass and yard are checked for foreign bodies etc and that the grass has been maintained and mowed

Indoor

Electric sockets are fitted with safety plugs

Heater guards are in place

Carpets and rugs are clean and fixed down properly

Equipment is safe to use

Storage is easily accessible

The door catch is secure

 

1.1.2. Risk assessment fire safety

Risk assessment and operating procedures - Forton Nursery

 

Activity -:                     Fire safety normal nursery session

Persons at risk -:            Children - Staff - visitors

 

Minimum qualification of leader	Level 3 in child care related qualification	Minimum qualification of assistants	Level 2 in child care related qualifications
Maximum size of group	24	Minimum staff ratio	Level 3 qualification = 2 staff for 16 3 &4 year olds 2 staff for 8 2 year olds

 

Hazards	Control Measures	Risk assessment
Naked flames -: birthday candles matches   Matches / lighters   Flammable materials -: Paper powder paints fabrics   Electrical items   Smoking   Electric fires / storage heaters   Rubbish     Obstructed fire exits	Intensive adult supervision, children kept well back (apart from birthday child)   Stored out of reach of children   Kept tidy and out of the way lids on appropriate boxes   Safety P.A.T testing yearly   No smoking policy in place   Guards fitted   All waste to be disposed of daily no rubbish to be left lying around outside   Fire exits to be kept clear at all times and doors not to be locked just bolted	Low     Low   Low     Low   Low   Low   Low     Low

 

Further action required -: Ensure all staff and volunteers are aware of and are competent to comply with this risk assessment and it's control measures

Working practise

Group structure -: Maximum of 24 children. children to put names on table as they go outside. Adults inside and outside to make other adults aware of how many children and whom outside at all times and to monitor ratios extra staff/ students to go outside as required Restrictions -: Emergency procedure -: 1 Fire drill 2 Emergency evacuation procedure Safety equipment -: Fire extinguishers 1 for electrical fires kitchen 1 for paper fires in main room , fire blanket in kitchen 3 battery powered smoke alarms fitted kitchen, little room and main room

 

3.1.3. Risk assessment inside

Risk assessment and operating procedures - Forton Nursery

 

Activity -:                     Inside

Persons at risk -:            Children - Staff - visitors

 

Minimum qualification of leader	Level 3 in child care related qualification	Minimum qualification of assistants	Level 2 in child care related qualifications
Maximum size of group	24	Minimum staff ratio	Level 3 qualification = 2 staff for 16 3 &4 year olds 2 staff for 8 2 year olds

 

Hazards	Control Measures	Risk assessment
Stage area -: Raised area     Toys/Equipment   Computer   Room layout     Sharp corners on furniture (Tables/cupboards)     Floor coverings (carpets/ lino) (Wear & tear/slippery surfaces)     Sand tray   Toys on floor	Enforce rule - step must be used and no jumping of stage Take care when walking down Careful positioning away from edge When not in use - plugs taken out of socket covers to be used immediately   Arrange furniture for safe movement around room Children not allowed to run around the room    Check wear and tear regularly, make sure fitted properly, dry any spills promptly, cordon off with chairs tell staff immediately so that they are aware    Placed securely on stand, limit the number of children at one time (4) strict rule no crawling under, no throwing or eating of sand   Make sure allowance is made for safe movement around the room	Medium        Medium     Medium     Medium       Medium          Medium         Medium
Paint spills (slipping and falling)     Broken toys Small toys/parts     Water toys (Any kind)   Sewing (Scissors and sharp tools)   Playdoh (Eating and choking)   Felt tip pens (choking danger from lids)   Cooking activities (electrocution burns, scalds)     Music/ movement (collision)   Tidying toys away (tripping and falling)       Hot drinks       Open doors/ wandering children     Use of electrical equipment (electrocution)   Slips trips or falls, due to spillages traffic routes obstructions   Manual handling (lifting apparatus or children)	Clean any spills up immediately with damp cloth and then dry if necessary remove immediately    Make children aware of not putting toys in their mouths Do not put out for under 3's   Must always be closely supervised by adults   Must always be closely supervised by adults   Must always be closely supervised by adults   Use under adult supervision only     Adult supervision at all times and wearing blue gloves     Adults ensure enough space and obstacle free environment Pace of activity   Children taught to put toys away safely (no throwing) and lift containers co-operatively students to not lift anything above shoulder height   To be kept out of reach of children do not walk around with drink teach children dangers of hot items   Outside doors to be kept locked unless gate chain on children to put names on table as they go outside at all times   Equipment PAT tested     Walk ways defined adequate lighting maintain a safe and tidy working environment young persons informed of danger areas   SUITABLE FOOTWEAR TO BE WORN  Young people not to lift anything above shoulder height Do not lift up children if sitting down a child may be comforted on your knee	Medium         Medium       Medium     Medium       Medium       Medium     Medium         Medium   Medium       Medium

 

 

Little room Objects on top of cupboard   Kitchen   Box under wash hand basin (danger of falling off)   Electrical appliances e.g. kettle   Water       Tall wall cupboard (when opening doors)   Storage in pantry     Cleaning materials and other harmful substances   Step from kitchen down to main room

To be carefully stacked       Must be positioned correctly     Pushed as far back against the wall as possible   No unaccompanied children in kitchen Appropriate temperature (mix by geezer tap in large sink)   Be aware & use with caution make sure no adults or young adults in way   Children not to have access catch to be on work placement students to use warily   To be locked away in yellow safe     Marked with hazard tape & encourage children to take care

Medium       Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium       Medium

 

Further action required -: Ensure all staff and volunteers are aware of and are competent to comply with this risk assessment and it's control measures

 

Working practise

 

Group structure -: 4 adults = 24 children. Children to put names on table as they go outside. Adults inside and outside to make other adults aware of how many children and whom outside at all times and to monitor ratios extra staff/ students to go outside as required   Restrictions -:   Emergency procedure -: 1 fire safety procedures to be adhered to   Safety equipment -:

 

 

3.1.4. Risk assessment Outside

Risk assessment and operating procedures - Forton Nursery

 

Activity -:                     Outdoor play

Persons at risk -:            Children - Staff - visitors

 

 

Minimum qualification of leader	Level 3 in child care related qualification	Minimum qualification of assistants	Level 2 in child care related qualifications
Maximum size of group	24	Minimum staff ratio	Level 3 qualification = 2 staff for 16 3 &4 year olds 2 staff for 8 2 year olds

 

Risk factor 1 in 100 high 1 in 1000 medium 1in 10,000 low

Hazards	Control Measures	Risk assessment
Swing - collision with other children walking past and falling off     Climbing frame - Falling off and slipping   Perimeter fence and gate - loss of child under our care     Sand pit - animal faeces, children eating or throwing sand children using equipment as weapon     Slide - falling off getting stuck, slipping on rungs of ladder   Water play - drowning drinking     Bikes and tractors - running into each other falling off equipment   Construction bricks - falling debris     Hobby horses - running into each other, poking sticks into eyes tripping over     Play house - trapping fingers in doors and windows	Put cones at the front and back of swing as a barrier, enforce rule of no walking in front of cones, supervise and remind children to hold on at all times   Supervision by staff make children aware of risks off falling   Enforce rule NO standing on wall, gate to be locked with chain key to be with outside adult at all times 1 adult to stay at front of nursery at all times   To be checked before session starts that it is clean and free of debris if not all sand to be thrown away, enforce no throwing or flicking, eating rule adult supervision, wash hands after use       Adult supervision reinforce rules form a queue     Supervised by staff, wear aprons clear away at the end of each session   Reinforce one way system, remind to slow down and watch out for others   Remind children not to build to high No standing on bricks, make sure bricks do not hinder other equipment   Reinforce one way system, keeping the stick on the floor and to not leave horses on path way when finished with them     Remind children of dangers	Medium        Medium   Medium       Medium         Medium      Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium       Medium
Seesaw - falling off, collision with other children walking by     Tunnel- children getting stuck, colliding with each other   Balls - collision, falling over     Paint brushes and water - digesting drowning      Play equipment -       Ribbons - strangulation, paper cuts tripping   Bubbles - digesting, liquid in eyes slipping on liquid   Chalks - digesting   Bird table - digesting food stuffs, nut allergies      Compost trays - digesting animal faeces throwing soil	Remind children to hold on with 2 hands, place seesaw on grassed surface Adult supervision remind children not to swing to high   Ensure children use a one way system     Adult supervision when in use remind children to take care when running   Empty water buckets away at the end of the session remind children not to digest water, No running if the have brushes   Supervision by adult reinforce rule on using paving area, be aware of others, check for broken equipment dispose of or mend   Adult supervision when in use remind children to take care when running   Bottles only half full so spillage kept to minimum. Any spillages to be diluted down with water to make less slippery reinforce no eating     Reinforce no eating rule and putting away unused chalks so they do not cause a slipping hazard   Reinforce food for birds not people adult to place nuts in bird feeder, children who help with seeds have no allergies   Reinforce no eating, throwing or flicking rule, compost to be returned to shed at the end of each session any foreign bodies found then the compost must be thrown away wash hands after use	Medium       Medium     Medium     Medium       Medium       Medium     Medium         Medium   Medium       Medium

 

 

Hula hoops - tripping falling and being hit   Magnifying glasses - impaling     Wooden beaters - impaling     Balancing beam - falling slipping     Tepee- impaling of bamboo sticks     Roundabout - falling off trapped appendages, bruised arms     Trampolines - falling off

Reinforce care to be taken use in an open space, make sure not left in pathway when not in use   Remind not to run around with them and to return them to baskets when finished   Remind not to run around with them and to return them to baskets when finished   Do not put out if wet weather hold less capable children's hands   Adults only to set up tepee taking care whilst doing so   Adult supervision remind children to stop before getting off and not to put arms between bars when it is motion   Remind children to hold on with 2 hands, place trampoline on grassed surface Adult supervision

Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium     Medium       Medium

 

Further action required -: Ensure all staff and volunteers are aware of and are competent to comply with this risk assessment and it's control measures

 

Working practise

 

Group structure -: 4 adults = 24 children. children to put names on table as they go outside. Adults inside and outside to make other adults aware of how many children and whom outside at all times and to monitor ratios extra staff/ students to go outside as required   Restrictions -: Adults on outside duty to get other staff to cover for their own toilet trips   Emergency procedure -: 1 lost child policy 2 accidents -: if a member of staff needs to attend to a child who has an accident then a member of staff from inside to go outside as the risk assessment is higher outside   Safety equipment -: 1st aid kit , mobile phone if management outside, sunblock cream

 

3.1.5. Health and safety policy

In order to ensure the safety of both children and adults, Forton Nursery will ensure safety in the following areas:

Environment:

• Safety checks on premises, both indoors and out will be made before the start of every session for cleanliness and hygiene purposes and recorded.

• Kitchen and toilets will be cleaned and checked daily and recorded
• Doors into the Nursery will be bolted at adult level.

• The outdoor play area will be checked for litter and dangers. The two toilet area safety gates are securely closed at all times other than during
supervised outside playtime.

• All equipment will be checked regularly and any dangerous items repaired or discarded and will be cleaned at regular intervals.
• The layout of the nursery will allow safe and free movement between activities.

• Fire doors will never be obstructed and fire exits will be easily identifiable.
• Radiators, electric points, wires and leads will be adequately guarded and all electrical appliances PAT tested annually.

• Records will be kept of fire drills, servicing of fire safety equipment and any checks made by the safety officer. Any recommendations will be carried out.

• All dangerous cleaning materials will be stored in a locked cupboard in the kitchen. Medicines will be stored in the fridge or the first aid box.

• Large equipment will be erected with care and checked regularly.

• All equipment will be developmental^ appropriate.

• A member of staff will supervise toilet and hand washing as required and taking into account the child's dignity. Staff ratios are taken into consideration at all times.

• There is a toilet and outside ramp for those with disabilities.

• A step and toilet seat are available to meet the needs of individual children.

• Rooms are maintained at an adequate temperature at all times.

Supervision.

• All children will be supervised by adults at all times.

• Children will leave the group only with authorised adults.

• Children will not have access to the cooker or cupboards containing dangerous materials.

• All cooking activities involving the use of heat will be continuously supervised.

• If a small group go out there will be sufficient adults to maintain appropriate ratios for staff and children remaining on the premises.

• Children playing with or near water will be continuously supervised.

• All climbing equipment and activities will be well supervised.

• There will be safe surfaces beneath and around climbing equipment and particular attention paid around the swing. Cones are placed at both ends of the swing and the children are taught not to go past these or to play on the swing if they are not out.
• All equipment must be dry and clean before use.

• A risk assessment is available for outdoor play.

• Hazard tape has been applied to all steps within Nursery

• Staff are aware of the potential dangers of raised areas and encourage children to move safely.

Adult Safety.

• All adults in the group, both staff and visitors will be made aware of and will respect Forton Nursery Group Safety Policies.

• Adults in the group will have access to advice on safe lifting.

• If adults need to reach up for stored equipment, they will be provided with something safe to stand on. Heavy items will not be stored above head height.

• Adults will not be required to be alone on the premises.

Management.

• A book will be available at each session for the reporting of any accident/incident.

• Accident records will be monitored as a basis for risk assessment.

• All adults will be aware of systems governing the children's arrivals and departures and a member of staff will be at the door during these times.

• Adults will not walk about with hot drinks or place hot drinks within the reach of children

• Fire drills will be held at least once every half term

• A register of both adults and children will be completed as they arrive and leave so that an accurate record of all-present is available in an emergency. This includes emergency contact numbers.

• A correctly stocked First Aid Box will be available at all times.

• Fire extinguisher will be checked annually and staff will be made aware of how to use them. See fire policy.

• Systems will be in place to ensure that no child can leave the premises unattended

• There is a mobile phone and charger on the premises at all times to ensure we can communicate with the emergency services and parents.

 

Forton Health & Safety Co-ordinator is_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Pauline Garner _ _ _ _ _ _ _

 

 

 

3.1.6.                       Nappy changing procedure

When a child has been identified that they need changing the child's key worker or if not available a member of staff who has been CRB checked will take the child into the disabled toilet where an appropriate changing mat is located they will proceed to put on disposable apron and gloves provided making sure that all equipment is to hand so that you do not leave child unattended

If necessary check with another member of staff/management as to parents wishes or medical restrictions to the use of baby wipes

Nappy wipes and cream must be provided for by the parents /carer for each session

Wash your hands before changing any nappies

Spray the mat before you use it so that it is germ free

Place child on changing mat

TALK OR SING TO THE CHILD (MAKE IT AN ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE FOR BOTH OF YOU)  

Remove necessary clothes

Remove nappy and dispose of in a nappy sack

Clean child using wipes or cotton wool and water

Place clean nappy on child and redress

Ask child to wash their hands

Spray mat and wipe down changing mats

Dispose of gloves and apron

Wash your hands before returning with child to main room

Soiled clothes will be given to the parent /carer at the end of each session

 

3.1.7. Sun protection procedure

At Forton Nursery we want staff and children to enjoy the sun safely. We work with staff and parents to achieve this through:

EDUCATION - These measures are in place:

In the Spring Term parents and guardians will be sent a letter explaining what we are doing about sun protection and how they can help. We give reference to Nursery Registration Form/ welcome pack and the policies and procedures.

All the staff will read ' Cancer Research UK's Sun smart Guidelines for Nurseries and Pre-schools 2004', explaining why sun protection is so important and giving information on harmful UVA rays and the dangers of sunburn.

S tay in the shade

M ake sure you never bum

A Iways cover up - wear a t-shirt, hat and wraparound sunglasses

r emember children burn more easily

T hen use factor 50 sunscreen

Shade:

At Forton Nursery, there is natural shade provided by overhanging trees along one side of the outdoor play area, providing shade for the sandpit, water play activities and story time. Tents and den building with large boxes and blankets can provide additional shade. As well as the use of a gazebo.

Timetabling:

Children will spend more time playing outside before 10.30 a.m. in the hot weather.

Clothing:

We will actively encourage all children to wear a hat when playing outside from May onwards. We provide some nursery hats to give to the children who forget their own. All staff have agreed to wear hats when outside to set a good example.

Sunscreen:

We advise parents to apply sunscreen on their children before arriving at nursery and Children will need to bring their own clearly labeled bottle of factor 50 sunscreen.

 

3.2.       Premises

3.2.1. Fire safety

The Fire procedures for Forton Nursery have been drawn up using the regulatory reform (fire safety) order 2005. These can be accessed on the internet at www.communities.gov.uk

 

The designated person for fire safety policy is Liz Bowen (and Sophia Murray when designated person absent)

 

The register is kept on top of the filing cabinet and can be accessed by all the staff in case of an emergency

Fire safety officer takes the register out with them if the smoke alarm goes off

The fire safety officer also takes the red folder containing emergency contact numbers with them which can be found in the top draw off the filing cabinet

If the smoke alarm goes off the children are escorted out of the building via a fire exit to the fence (at the furthest point away from the nursery or fire) alongside the grassed area of the playground

If a fire is discovered but the smoke alarm has not engaged then the person/persons discovering the fire will blow a whistle which is located on the hook on the kitchen dresser again the children will be escorted out of the building to the designated area.

Fire practise should be carried out in the first week of each half term and logged into the fire practise date sheet in the kitchen, dates and times should vary to allow for all possibilities during the nursery day. The designated fire safety person will ensure that it is carried out as part of their duties

Smoke alarms are tested monthly and the results are recorded on a fire alarm check list

The fire alarms are the type that beep when they require new batteries and new batteries replaced immediately

When parents and visitors are in nursery they are notified verbally where the fire exits are located for example during the Christmas play etc

Fire exits are always kept clear of obstructions

The fire extinguishers are located by each fire exit (foam and water)

There are 3 smoke alarms which are situated

In the main room

In the kitchen

In the small room

 

Matches are kept on the premises on the top shelf of the kitchen dresser

Fire risk assessments are carried out and control measures implemented

All visitors sign the visitor's book and will be accounted for in the event of a fire

If a fire occurs the Ofsted will be informed as it is an incident

 

3.2.2. Emergency evacuation

If an emergency occurs which requires the evacuation of the building a whistle will be blown

All children will be escorted out of the building by at least 1 member of staff via the nearest accessible fire exit and assemble on the grassed area of the playground

All staff exit the building NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE BUILDING UNTIL IT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED SAFE TO DO SO BY FIRE SAFETY PERSON

The nursery will be checked by the fire safety person ensuring that the nursery is clear of children checking adjoining rooms and toilets

The fire safety person will take the register and emergency contact information (red folder) and the phone

 The fire safety person will telephone the fire brigade detailing the address and the reason for calling the emergency services

A member of staff will call the register checking that all children staff and any visitors are accounted for

The staff will work as a team to keep the children together and supervised at all times

In the event that the playground becomes hazardous the children will be escorted to Forton church and their parents will be contacted using the registration documents and mobile phone