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August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

Preparing a Vehicle Safety Kit for Your Child Care Program

First aid bag

Field trips can be valuable learning experiences for young children in a child care program. Unfortunately, emergencies can happen on these outings. However, with careful planning, child care providers can help ensure that children are safe and that you are prepared to handle minor emergencies. A vehicle safety kit will help you be prepared for breakdowns, minor medical emergencies, and other challenges such as unexpected bad weather. A well-stocked vehicle safety kit will help you handle unexpected problems on the …

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

First Aid in Child Care

First aid kit close-up

As a child care provider, you know that unintentional injuries will happen from time to time. The best way to handle an unintentional injury is to be prepared before it happens. When you know how to respond in an emergency, and have the supplies you need, you are confident and can respond in a timely manner.

Creating First Aid Kits

Injuries do happen, despite the best prevention efforts. A well-stocked first aid kit is an absolute must in every child …