NDCF HEALTH, SAFETY, NUTRITION
MOD 2 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUUTION
It is not enough just to recognize danger, you must - take actions that will minimize the risk of accident
or injury
The characteristics of a safe child care environment are - 1. Potential hazards are kept at a minimum, or
are completely avoided
2. The surroundings are neat and orderly
3. The children are constantly supervised
4. Caregivers have knowledge of, and practice, safety policies and procedures
What is a safety hazard? - anything in the environment that can be dangerous to a child's health or
welfare
Types of safety equipment you may find in a school environment are: - first aid kit, a fire extinguisher, an
automatic range-top fire suppression system, smoke detector, and an emergency phone numbers list
What is a poison? - Any substance that can cause harmful effects if used improperly
Examples of poisons - flowers or leaves of particular plants, and the venom of certain insects and
animals, household cleaners and prescription medication
poison control prevention practices to ensure that children are not exposed to poisonous materials,
unclean items, or unsafe food-handling practices - 1. Keep all chemicals out of the reach of children
2. Follow safe food handling and storage guidelines
3. Follow the directions for dosage found on the medicine package's label
4. Teach children not to put unfamiliar items in their mouths
5. Keep emergency phone numbers by the phone
Who is immune to poisoning? - No person is immune to poisoning and small children are especially at
risk.
To help keep children safe from poisoning, what does Florida's Poison Control Centers recommends that
you perform? - Room by room safety check
What can play major roles in the occurrence of an accident or injury? - the physical environment and the
children's behavior
, Examples of accidents or incidents that are common in a child care setting may include - falls, bumps and
collisions, bites from other children, highchair and walker injuries, and injuries sustained on playground
equipment
Special safety considerations are directed toward children with - Disabilities
When taking precautions, caregivers need to take into account - any equipment a child uses.
When should you complete the accident and injury report form? - as soon as possible to accurately
reflect what occurred
the names of children involved in reports should be kept - confidential
before purchasing a crib, it should be - inspected to ensure that it is in compliance with the current
United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM safety standards
Crib side rails should always be kept - In the up position
Cribs can be used as time-outs and punishments - False
Jewelry - Before placing a child in a crib or similar environment, remove any jewelry from the child
because it is a major choking hazard.
Crib gyms, crib toys, mobiles, mirrors, and all objects/toys are - prohibited in or attached to an infant's
crib
Items or toys should not be hung from the ceiling over an infant's crib. - True
Caregivers should inspect cribs before each use to ensure that hardware is tightened and that there are
not any safety hazards - True
a child's crib is completely free of - any hazards or items that present a potential for suffocation, such as
blankets, bumper pads, overlays or other objects
Regarding toy safety, implement these best practices - 1.Follow the manufacturer's age
recommendations for toys.
2.Pay attention to warning signs on toy packaging and labels.
3.Check toys for broken or missing parts, then either repair or discard them.
4.Avoid using toys smaller than 1 ¼ inches.
5.Toys with strings or cords attached should not be used, since they can be choking hazards.
6.Projectile toys should be prohibited.
7.Keep in mind that vending machine toys are not regulated to ensure they meet safety regulations.
8.Trampolines should never be available in a child care program.
9.Walkers should not be used, unless they are included by an Individual Family Service Plan
SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
MOD 2 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUUTION
It is not enough just to recognize danger, you must - take actions that will minimize the risk of accident
or injury
The characteristics of a safe child care environment are - 1. Potential hazards are kept at a minimum, or
are completely avoided
2. The surroundings are neat and orderly
3. The children are constantly supervised
4. Caregivers have knowledge of, and practice, safety policies and procedures
What is a safety hazard? - anything in the environment that can be dangerous to a child's health or
welfare
Types of safety equipment you may find in a school environment are: - first aid kit, a fire extinguisher, an
automatic range-top fire suppression system, smoke detector, and an emergency phone numbers list
What is a poison? - Any substance that can cause harmful effects if used improperly
Examples of poisons - flowers or leaves of particular plants, and the venom of certain insects and
animals, household cleaners and prescription medication
poison control prevention practices to ensure that children are not exposed to poisonous materials,
unclean items, or unsafe food-handling practices - 1. Keep all chemicals out of the reach of children
2. Follow safe food handling and storage guidelines
3. Follow the directions for dosage found on the medicine package's label
4. Teach children not to put unfamiliar items in their mouths
5. Keep emergency phone numbers by the phone
Who is immune to poisoning? - No person is immune to poisoning and small children are especially at
risk.
To help keep children safe from poisoning, what does Florida's Poison Control Centers recommends that
you perform? - Room by room safety check
What can play major roles in the occurrence of an accident or injury? - the physical environment and the
children's behavior
, Examples of accidents or incidents that are common in a child care setting may include - falls, bumps and
collisions, bites from other children, highchair and walker injuries, and injuries sustained on playground
equipment
Special safety considerations are directed toward children with - Disabilities
When taking precautions, caregivers need to take into account - any equipment a child uses.
When should you complete the accident and injury report form? - as soon as possible to accurately
reflect what occurred
the names of children involved in reports should be kept - confidential
before purchasing a crib, it should be - inspected to ensure that it is in compliance with the current
United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and ASTM safety standards
Crib side rails should always be kept - In the up position
Cribs can be used as time-outs and punishments - False
Jewelry - Before placing a child in a crib or similar environment, remove any jewelry from the child
because it is a major choking hazard.
Crib gyms, crib toys, mobiles, mirrors, and all objects/toys are - prohibited in or attached to an infant's
crib
Items or toys should not be hung from the ceiling over an infant's crib. - True
Caregivers should inspect cribs before each use to ensure that hardware is tightened and that there are
not any safety hazards - True
a child's crib is completely free of - any hazards or items that present a potential for suffocation, such as
blankets, bumper pads, overlays or other objects
Regarding toy safety, implement these best practices - 1.Follow the manufacturer's age
recommendations for toys.
2.Pay attention to warning signs on toy packaging and labels.
3.Check toys for broken or missing parts, then either repair or discard them.
4.Avoid using toys smaller than 1 ¼ inches.
5.Toys with strings or cords attached should not be used, since they can be choking hazards.
6.Projectile toys should be prohibited.
7.Keep in mind that vending machine toys are not regulated to ensure they meet safety regulations.
8.Trampolines should never be available in a child care program.
9.Walkers should not be used, unless they are included by an Individual Family Service Plan
SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
