Develop a list of general health practices for adults and children in an early childhood education program.

Development should include listing practices that ensure a healthy environment and prevent the spread of illness, such as those related to

• food preparation procedures
• cleaning, sanitation, and disinfection of equipment, materials, and surfaces
• standard hand-washing procedure
• mealtime behavior standards
• basic hygiene procedures.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What are the standards, laws, and regulations regarding a healthy learning environment?
• What are proper hand-washing techniques?
• What is the difference between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting?

Communication

• How can the standards for a healthy learning environment be communicated to employees, families, and children?

Leadership

• What are universal precautions?
• How can one ensure that universal precautions are followed?
• What historical circumstances led to the formation of current health practices in the United States?

Management

• What training procedures and checks can be in place to ensure employees follow healthy practices?