List two ways educators can promote children’s participation in being sun smart.
To provide clear guidelines to ensure children, educators, students/volunteers and others participating in FIRST IDEA FAMILY DAY CARE SERVICES, are protected from over-exposure to UV radiation. Show ScopeThese guidelines will apply to the Approved provider, nominated supervisor, educational leader, supervisors, educators, staff, students on placement, volunteers, parents/guardian, children and others attending the service. PolicyAt FIRST IDEA FAMILY DAY CARE SERVICES, recognise the importance of sun protection and sun exposure, and we ensure all of our educators are aware of and implement sun protection strategies as determined by the Cancer Council Victoria. This policy and its procedures will also work to inform parents, visitors and students of sun smart practices, recommendations and expectations. Approved providers and delegates are responsible for:
Special note regarding infantsSunSmart practices consider the special needs of infants. All babies under 12 months are kept out of direct sun when UV levels are 3 or higher. Physical protection such as shade, clothing and broad-brimmed hats are the best sun protection measures. If babies are kept out of the sun or well protected from UV radiation by clothing, hats and shade, then sunscreen need only be used occasionally on very small areas of a baby’s skin. The widespread use of sunscreen on babies under 6 months old is not recommended. Educators and assistants are responsible for:
The SunSmart policy is reinforced by educators and through children’s activities and displays providing families with information about the service’s SunSmart policy when enrolling their child. How can educators assist children to become SunSmart?Encourage children and educators to use a combination of sun protection measures whenever UV Index levels reach 3 and above. Work towards a safe outdoor environment that provides shade for children and educators at appropriate times. Assist children to be responsible for their own sun protection.
How can we promote sun safety to children?Remember it's not just about sunscreen.
Cover up by wearing wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses with UV protection and protective clothing. Seek shade whenever possible. Avoid sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
What are the seven SunSmart program recommendations?One example is an adaptation of the action song, The Seven Steps with each step being a SunSmart action: put on protective clothing, put on a hat, apply sunscreen, put on sunglasses, find some shade and play.
What are five things that can protect children from the sun when playing outside?Loose-fitting clothing is cooler.. Hats. A hat protects your child's face, neck and ears from the sun's UV. ... . Sunglasses. Wearing sunglasses as well as a hat can help protect your child's eyes. ... . Sunscreen and babies. ... . Sunscreen and older children or teenagers.. |