Health & Safety in the Early Years Setting

Health & Safety in the Early Years Setting

This course helps early years practitioners master the essentials of creating a secure environment for children. You will gain vital skills in practical risk management, learning to identify and manage common hazards both indoors and outdoors, including safe manual handling and managing hazardous substances. The programme also covers implementing high standards of hygiene, infection control, and food safety, with a focus on allergies. You will understand how to respond effectively to accidents and emergencies, grasp UK legal duties, and fulfil reporting requirements such as RIDDOR, ensuring you can protect young learners and comply with all relevant safety standards.