Disposing of waste safely?
 

Can someone help me with is question how you use hygiene practice in u to our settings (safe disposal of waste)?

Hi, this relates specifically to what happens in your setting so knowledge about what they expect you to do in regards to disposing of waste is good.

Consider your job description, does it mention for eg. 'Ensure good standards of safety, security, hygiene and cleanliness at all times' (page 7) ?

On page 34 of the level 2 Early years book it explains 'Cleaning and Hygiene Practices' that you'll probably recognise from your own practice/what you do in the setting and can write about?

When cleaning, staff need to remember the safety of others when they are working. For example:

• when using vacuum cleaners, they should make others aware of cables
• when cleaning floors, it is important to put up caution signs so that people walking past take extra care on wet floors.

Cleaning fluids and chemicals will also need to be locked away out of children's reach, and if possible should only be used when the children are not there.

Good hygiene should be maintained throughout the setting, and chikdren should be taught about keeping clean and the importance of hand washing.

Page 35 - Safe disposal of wasteIn early years settings, there are likely to be times when you need to change nappies as well as deal with bodily fluids such as blood or vomit. Always wear Personal Protective Equipment, such as gloves and aprons, and follow the setting's policy for disposal of waste to ensure good hygiene and prevent the spread of infection. Page 125 goes on to explain how you help the setting manage infection control.


What safety equipment do you use in your setting (PPE personal, protective equipment: gloves, aprons, foot coverings), when do you use them, why is this necessary (preventing cross-infection) and how do you dispose of this waste eg. soiled napies & wipes, blood.


I hope this helps a little xx

Thanks for posting this admin!

This is a nice guide, thank you.