Health & safety early years training - level 2

Are paddling pools 'banned' by HSE at all Childcare Centres?

Yes, HSE consider all water play to be an unmanageable risk

Yes, except for 4 years and over

Yes, all leading legislators now consider paddling pools to be unacceptably

No, HSE say they represent a manageable risk with very close supervision (use is a matter for nursery policy)

Which of the following is considered the main safety issue with outside sandpits?

Risk of swallowing sand

Contamination hazard with animals using sand as a toilet

Risk of slips, trips and falls

Risk of head injury

Which of the following is NOT a toy/play equipment safety symbol?

Kitemark (BSI British Standards Institution)

Lion Mark (British Toy and Hobby Association)

Independently Tested Best Buy

UK/EU safety standards (Toys: Standard EN71)

Which one of the following is the first and most important action to take following a play related accident?

Inform your insurance company and complete a report

Ring the parents and ask them what they want you to do

Assess the child, get a First Aider, call 999 for an ambulance if you are unsure

Complete an internal accident report

Play & Play Equipment Hazards - questions