Health and Safety at West Minister Learning Academy

Health screening: Families complete a daily health questionnaire prior to arrival. Staff conduct symptom checks on arrival.

Immunizations: Child immunization records are required and kept on file. Updates are requested as required by local regulations.

Exclusion policy: Children with fever, contagious illness, vomiting, or diarrhea are not allowed to attend. A return-to-care guideline is provided for each condition.

Medication policy: Prescribed medications are allowed with the appropriate consent form. Over-the-counter medications require a physician authorization and parent consent.

Handwashing: All children and staff wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds upon arrival, after diaper changes, before meals, after outdoor play, and after bathroom use.

Surface sanitation: High-touch surfaces and toys are cleaned and sanitized several times daily with EPA-registered products.

diapering/toileting: Diaper-changing areas use disposable liners and are cleaned and sanitized between uses; gloves are worn if needed, and hands are washed immediately after.

Respiratory etiquette: Teach and model covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow.

Meals and snacks: Menus follow nutritional guidelines with options for allergies and dietary restrictions.

Food handling: Staff observe proper food handling, storage, and temperature control.

Allergy management: Individual health plans are in place for children with food allergies; epinephrine auto-injectors are kept secure where prescribed.

Indoor safety: Regular checks of furniture, play equipment, and electrical outlets; ensure clear pathways and secured storage of hazardous materials.

Outdoor safety: Daily inspection of play structures, fencing, and equipment; shade and hydration available during outdoor time.

Cleaning schedules: Routine cleaning logs maintained and shared with families on request.Food handling: Staff observe proper food handling, storage, and temperature control.

Allergy management: Individual health plans are in place for children with food allergies; epinephrine auto-injectors are kept secure where prescribed.

Meals and snacks: Menus follow nutritional guidelines with options for allergies and dietary restrictions.

Background checks: All staff undergo comprehensive background checks and vetting.

Training: Ongoing training in first aid, CPR, child abuse prevention, and illness/health procedures.

Health ambassadors: Designated staff members lead health and safety initiatives and respond to safety concerns.Allergy management: Individual health plans are in place for children with food allergies; epinephrine auto-injectors are kept secure where prescribed.

Meals and snacks: Menus follow nutritional guidelines with options for allergies and dietary restrictions.

Seat belts and car seats: All transportation follows state regulations with properly installed seats.

Driver qualifications: Background checks, safety training, and vehicle maintenance logs.

Pick-up procedures: Verified authorized pickups and secure sign-out processes.Training: Ongoing training in first aid, CPR, child abuse prevention, and illness/health procedures.

Health ambassadors: Designated staff members lead health and safety initiatives and respond to safety concerns.Allergy management: Individual health plans are in place for children with food allergies; epinephrine auto-injectors are kept secure where prescribed.