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KidCentric is now opening our "how-to" materials file to you. We have spent years refining these products and trust that you will find them quite useful in your program. Please note that, as regulations change from state to state or area to area, you need to check these documents against your local regulations to ensure compliance. Additionally, we provide these documents to you in "Word" format so that you can add your own program name and change them as you see fit. However, we cannot be responsible for the validity of any product once it has been changed.
Policies and Procedures--establishing solid Policies and Procedures is one of your most important risk management strategies. Make sure everyone in your program knows what to do in any given situation.
Health, P&P--1015
The health and welfare of each child attending your program is the cooperative responsibility of parents, Center personnel and health specialists. (5 pages)
$4.95
Handwashing, P&P--1014
Proper handwashing is the single most important procedure in maintaining the health of your staff and the children in your care. Make sure everyone knows how and when to wash hands. (1 page)
$2.95
Medication Administration, P&P--1021
Administering medications to a child in your care must, obviously, be done very carefully. Ensure that your staff knows what medication can be administered, how to properly store the medication and how to properly administer it. (1 page)
$3.95
Medication Release and Chart, Form--1004
Document parental permission to administer medications, administration instructions, and chart when the medication was administered. (1 page)
$3.95
Accident/Incident Reporting, P&P--1001
An Accident/Incident Report is completed any time a child sustains an injury or demonstrates unusual behaviors. Ensure your staff knows what to do in case of an accident or incident and understands all reporting requirements. (2 pages)
$2.95Accident/Incident Report, Form--1001
An Accident/Incident Report is completed any time a child sustains an injury or demonstrates unusual behaviors. Ensure that all accidents or incidents are documented correctly. (1 page)
$2.95Safety, P&P--1026
If your program doesn't already have a formal safety policy in place, it is time to implement one. (2 pages)
$4.95
Impaired Parent or Authorized Pick-up Person, P&P--1017
If a parent or authorized pick-up person comes to the Center to pick up a child and is impaired, does your staff know what to do? Make sure that they can handle the situation appropriately. (1 page)
$3.95
Release of Child from Facility, P&P--1024
Caution must be the overriding factor in releasing a child from your facility. Ensure that your staff understands to whom they may release a child. (1 page)
$2.95
Child Abuse Prevention, Identification and Reporting Policy, P&P--1004
All program staff members are mandated reporters of child abuse. Ensure that your staff members know how to prevent, identify and report child abuse. (3 pages)
$3.95Touch Policy, P&P--1005
Touching, in a positive manner, is essential to the social/emotional growth of a child. However, very clear policies must be in place to ensure that touch is truly positive. (1 page)
$2.95Child Guidance, P&P--1006
Appropriate caregiving with young children focuses on guiding, teaching and supporting children with their problem solving techniques. (2 pages)
$2.95Visitors, P&P--1029
Controlling access to the Center is an important safety measure. Ensure your staff know who is allowed in the Center and when. (1 page)
$2.95
Emergency Evacuation, P&P--1010
Know what to do in case of an emergency. What will you do, where will you go, and how will you contact parents? (1 page)
$2.95
Biting Occurrences, P&P--1003
Unfortunately, biting does occur in child care programs. See how to limit these occurrences and how to respond when they do happen. (1 page)
$2.95Rest Time, P&P--1025
Rest time is often a challenging time for staff--what to do with the child who won't sleep and, if they all fall asleep, what to do with the time. (1 page)
$2.95
Diaper Changing, P&P--1009
Diapering is much more than a regular routine; it is a one-on-one activity between the child and the caregiver. (2 pages)
$2.95
Food Service, P&P--1013
Ensure that your food program meets USDA Child Care Food Program requirements. (5 pages)
$4.95
Infant Feeding, P&P--1018
An infant feeding policy is critically important for protecting the youngest children in your care. Make sure that your staff knows how to food young children and how to safely store their food. (1 page)
$2.95
Family Style Dining, P&P--1011
Mealtimes are a great time to learn self-help and social skills. (1 page)
$2.95
Plants and Pets, P&P--1023
Plants and pets are an important part of a child care program, but must be well-monitored. (1 page)
$2.95
Field Trip, P&P--1012
Although field trips are fun, they can be very stressful times for your staff. Make sure that your staff knows how to minimize risks when children are outside of your property. (1 page)
$2.95
Customer Relations Policy, P&P--1008
Customer relations can make or break a program. Ensure that all staff members understand how to properly communicate with customers and how and when to ask for help with a difficult situation. (3 pages)
$3.95
Late Pick-up, P&P--1020
What will your staff do when a child is not picked up from the program by closing time and you can't reach a parent or guardian? (1 page)
$2.95
Custody Orders Policy, P&P--1007
Custody orders and parental rights can be very confusing. Help your staff clarify these issues and follow court orders correctly. (2 pages)
$3.95
Custody Order Summary Form, Form--1002
Custody orders and parental rights can be very confusing. Give your staff a tool to help them track which parent or guardian has custody of the child at which times. (1 page)
$2.95
Non-Discrimination, P&P--1022
If your program doesn't already have a formal non-discrimination policy in place, it is time to implement one. (2 pages)
$3.95
Child Development Center Staff Use of CDC Program, P&P--1019
Many Center employees enroll their children in the program in which they are employed. Make sure that you establish policies to regulate that usage. (1 page)
$2.95
Staff After-Hours Babysitting Policy, P&P--1002
Your program accepts huge liabilities if your staff members babysit program children outside of work hours. Ensure that both staff and parents understand why after-hours babysitting by your staff is not acceptable. (1 page)
$2.95Employee Health Insurance Reimbursement, P&P--1016
For a smaller program, a Health Insurance Reimbursement Policy can be much more effective than trying to establish a more formalized health benefit plan. (1 page)
$2.95
Employee Health Insurance Reimbursement Request, Form--1003
Ensure that proper documentation is in place before your provide a health insurance reimbursement to your employees. (1 page)
$2.95
Employee Sick Time Policy, P&P--1028
It is very important to properly manage the accrual and use of your employee's sick time. (2 pages)
$3.95
Employee Vacation Time Policy, P&P--1027
It is very important to properly manage the accrual and use of your employee's vacation time. (1 page)
$3.95
Forms--your forms are the backbone of your system. Consistency is one of the keys to a quality program.
Accident/Incident Report, Form--1001
An Accident/Incident Report is completed any time a child sustains an injury or demonstrates unusual behaviors. Ensure that all accidents or incidents are documented correctly. (1 page)
$2.95Custody Order Summary, Form--1002
Custody orders and parental rights can be very confusing. Give your staff a tool to help them track which parent or guardian has custody of the child at which times. (1 page)
$2.95
Employee Health Insurance Reimbursement Request, Form--1003
Ensure that proper documentation is in place before your provide a health insurance reimbursement to your employees. (1 page)
$2.95
Medication Release and Chart, Form--1004
Document parental permission to administer medications, administration instructions, and chart when the medication was administered. (1 page)
$3.95