Infection Control for Early Years

This Infection Control for Early Years training course is designed to provide essential knowledge and best practices for preventing the spread of infections in care settings for young children.

Course information

This Infection Control for Early Years training course is particularly relevant for early years practitioners, nursery staff, childminders, and anyone working with young children in educational or care environments.

it provides a comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding infection control and highlights working practices employed to prevent the spread of infection in line with the latest guidance within Early Years.

Following the course, attendees should be able to recognise the legal duties of the employee and employer, state the procedures for accident reporting according to COSHH & RIDDOR guidelines, as well as learn key strategies to maintain hygiene, manage outbreaks, and ensure a safe, healthy environment for children, staff, and families. The course syllabus covers such topics as:

• Current legislation

• Bacteria and viruses

• Common illnesses and diseases

• Causes and spread of infection

• The principles of infection prevention and control in Early Years

• Cleaning equipment, toy decontamination and waste management

• Preventatives, precautions and protective equipment

• Policies and procedures for reporting illness or disease

• Personal hygiene

• Health, safety and risk assessment