Understand how to establish a safe and healthy home based childcare environment for children

Understand how to establish a safe and healthy home based childcare environment for children - explain why it is important to take a balanced approach to risk management. - explain the principles of safe supervision in the home based setting and off site. - describe procedures for: . storage of medication . administration of medication . record keeping with regard to medication. - carry out a risk assessment of own home: . indoors . outdoors. - summarise to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children in relation to: . preparing formula feeds . sterilisation of feeding equipment . preparation and storage of food . safe disposal of waste . care of pets. - explain procedures to follow in the event of: . accidents . incidents . emergencies.