Got my first observation on Thursday...BRICKING IT!!

[emziebub88]

I am really scared about this!! I've been asked to set up a physical activity in my setting to include doing risk assessments of the indoor and outdoor area, which I think I know how to do but I'm really not too sure :S

The second part of the observation will be at nappy change time, my tutor is going to observe me doing the changes, looking particularly at prevention of cross infection and how children are encouraged to assess the risk for themselves. I will be looking at how you give supervision while allowing the child to manage risks. The thing is, I work with baby babies (like 4-18 month olds) and I don't understand how at this age they are able to assess for risks by themselves, or manage risks! (unless I'm being completely blonde!! lol

Any pointers at all will be much appreciated as I really am worrying about this observation!!

Thanks in advance!!

[lyn c]

Hi
i don't work with babies but one risk that comes to mind is a baby pulling themselves up onto furniture, it's something they need to do to move on.

would you allow them to pull themselves up?
are they in significant harm?
how can you help them control the harm that they may have with the child taking the risks? (safety mats, cushions placed around them to ease the fall. Adult there to support them with encouragement, support) (catch them as they fall).
alot of babies and toddlers risks can mean bruises and bumps is this acceptable?

observe your babies they are taking risks all the time e.g.
toddler climbing up at window, toddler climbing on tables and chairs, toddler learning to walk

Hope it gives you a few ideas. babies and toddlers need to take risks it increases their self esteem and lets them move on otherwise they will not move on


Lynne