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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Interactions with babies/infants may include: | Dancing and gentle bouncing Finger games Holding Imitating babies' vocalisations Laughter Rhymes Singing Talking |
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Babies may show distress or pain by: | Appearing withdrawn Crying Lack of eye contact Sleep difficulties Squirming |
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Non-verbal cues of a baby/infant may include: | Cues to indicate distress Response to an interesting activity Smiling cues that express a desire to engage in an activity or interaction |
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A baby's/infant's signs of distress may indicate: | Anxiety Boredom Discomfort Fear Frustration Hunger Loneliness Pain Tiredness |
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Comforters may include: | Blankets Dummies Special toys |
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Signs of stress or distress of primary caregivers and babies/ infants on arrival may be indicated by: | A rushed entry or exit by parent Child is unusually quiet or passive Child teary or crying Clinging behaviour Parent 'running late' |
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Responses to a distressed baby/ infant may include: | Cuddles, comfort Distraction to an activity Listening, talking with the child quietly Use of transition object |
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Routines of physical care may include: | Clothing changes Feeding Nappy changes |
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Individual routines of babies/ infants may include: | Eating/drinking patterns Interactions and play with adults Nappy change routines Sleeping routines and rituals |
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Rituals of babies/infants which are to be respected and fulfilled where practical may include: | Particular method of being put to bed e.g. wrapped tightly and laid on side The need for a special toy/dummy |
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Legal requirements and regulations regarding supervision may include: | Babies are never left unattended in the bath or on change table Staff/children ratios |
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Cleaning may include: | Disinfecting nappy change areas Disinfecting toilet areas Vacuuming Washing floor |
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Disposal of waste materials may include: | Nappies Soiled tissues/wipes |
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In remote and isolated areas: | Alternative methods for rest e.g. hammocks |
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Organisation procedures implemented for safety on excursions can include: | Legal/legislative requirements Organisation policies regarding excursions. |
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Checking area for hazards may include checking for: | Animal droppings in outdoor areas Needles/sharp implements in outdoor areas |
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Maintaining direct contact with baby/infant will vary according to: | Ability of baby/infant Activity baby/infant is involved in Baby/infant's age Baby/infant's level of independence/dependence Baby/Infant's safety/risk taking behaviours |
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Contact can include: | Glass viewing windows Line of sight Sight Sound Within physical reach |
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Potential risks may be: | Babies learning to eat solid foods Babies/infants going to sleep with a bottle Babies/Infants learning new skills such as walking, balancing Particular 'combinations' of babies/infants playing together Risk of dehydration on very hot days SIDS When babies/infants are attempting an activity that may be beyond their previous ability |
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Rules for safe play may include: | How babies/children play together Use of equipment |
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Providing a safe environment and risk reduction strategies will vary according to whether the location is: | A home. A purpose designed and built centre Appropriate for the age range of babies/infants Non purpose built centre |
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Hazards may be identified to babies/infants in a range of ways: | By signs By symbols Verbally |
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Risk reduction strategies may include: | Close supervision of any babies/infants in kitchens Covers on electrical sockets Fences and gates, locking mechanisms Gates on stairs Out of bounds areas Particularly close supervision in some areas Placing babies/infants to sleep in positions recommended for prevention of SIDS Removal/locking away of dangerous substances. Vacuuming/sweeping floors to remove small or dangerous objects |
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Rest may include: | Sleep Time sitting quietly |
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Rest provisions may vary according to: | Other babies/infant's needs Space available The baby/infant's need for rest The venue at the time baby/infant needs rest |
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Bedding preferences may vary due to: | Baby/infant's preferences e.g. soft toy Cultural practices e.g. hammock |
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Adjusting the environment for baby/infant's rest may include adjustments to: | Level of noise Light, temperature and ventilation |
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Personal hygiene may include: | Blowing nose Brushing teeth/rinsing mouth after meal Hand washing Toileting |
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Hygiene practices taught may vary with babies/infants age, and mayinclude: | Cleaning teeth or rinsing mouth after eating Discarding tissues in bin after use Flushing toilet paper after use Washing hands before eating, after toileting |
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Different family and cultural practices which may be relevant to hygiene include: | Age to commence toilet training Eating food with utensils or fingers Hair care practices |
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For babies/infants with a physical or developmental disability: | A hygiene plan is developed according to the individual needs of the baby/infant |
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For clothing, weather conditions that may need to be considered are: | Cold Heat Rain Sun safety measures |
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Preparation of food in hygienic manner will be according to: | Alternative methods of cooling food and drink may need to be developed in remote or isolated areas (e.g. Hessian cooling bag) Appropriate regulatory requirements relating to food handling and hygiene |
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Appropriate washing and drying of utensils and crockery and cutlery may include via: | Dishwashing Hand washing in hot, soapy water Sterilisation |
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Organisation procedures for food preparation may include: | Procedures for supervision Protective clothing such as aprons Use of gloves when handling some foods |
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Nutritional needs will need planning to include: | Balanced diet Nutritious food Relevant to nutritional needs at that age |
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Health needs of children to be considered may include: | Allergies to certain foods Medical advice and diet |
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Cultural requirements and preferences about food may include: | Drinks provided Foods used Hot or cold meals Inclusion of sweets Meal patterns over a day Spices and flavourings used |
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Menu may include: | Breakfast Lunch Dinner Snacks Drinks |
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Food and drink preferences will vary according to: | Age Appetite Culture Dietary requirements Family patterns Individual tastes Religion Stage of the day |
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Appetising food may consider: | Colour Shape Texture Variety |
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Procedures for the prevention of the spread of infection may include: | Cleaning equipment Cleaning of utensils after use Disinfection of nappy change areas after each use Disposal of unused foods/milk Hand washing Regular disinfecting of soft toys Removal and disposal of infected articles Removal of body waste products (e.g. faeces, urine, saliva, vomit) and disinfection of area affected Sterilisation of equipment and utensils where necessary Use of disposable gloves when cleaning up body wastes Use protective aprons when changing babies |
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Requirements for the administration of medication may include: | Legislative guidelines Organisation procedures Primary caregiver instructions |
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Requirements for storage of medication may include: | Legislative requirements Level of security required Organisation procedure and procedures Primary caregiver instructions Temperature required |
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