1.1 – When planning a healthy and safe environment or activity for children and young people, it is important to think about a number of important principles; it is also important to remember that everyone is an individual and may have particular needs. The following points should be followed when it comes to including safety in planning.
– Every child is an individual, depending on their age and ability will depend on their individual needs. This must be thought about when planning activities or when planning room layouts.
– Some children have specific needs such as visual or auditory impairments, in this instance you may have to think about the layout of the room to ensure that the child can easily get around without tripping or walking into equipment.
– The different needs of families and carers must be considered.
– Always be clear about what sorts of services are offered, the…(short extract)