17 November 2025safetyBy Amanda
Child Safety Standards & Regulations
Important safety standards and regulations that protect your child in our care, from food prep to privacy and safeguarding.
Child Safety Standards We Follow
As a registered childminder, I follow strict safety regulations to protect every child. Here are key standards:
Food Preparation & Allergies
Grape & Food Cutting:
- All grapes must be cut into quarters (not halves) to prevent choking hazards
- All hard foods are prepared following strict size guidelines
Nut Policies:
- No nuts allowed in my childcare setting, even as snacks from home
- Nuts stored safely in your child's bag, away from the setting
- Why? Nut dust in the air can trigger anaphylactic shock in allergic children
Privacy & Dignity
- Children never changed or bathed in the same room as other activities
- Privacy screens used to ensure children's dignity
- Changing follows strict hygiene and safeguarding procedures
Child Protection & Safeguarding
I'm trained to spot signs of abuse, neglect, or harm. If concerns arise, I can report to safeguarding organizations and social services. Child safety and welfare is always my priority.