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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 bouncingFinger gamesHoldingImitating babies' vocalisationsLaughterRhymesSingingTalking |
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Babies may show distress or pain by: | Appearing withdrawnCryingLack of eye contactSleep difficultiesSquirming |
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Non-verbal cues of a baby/infant may include: | Cues to indicate distressResponse to an interesting activitySmiling 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: | AnxietyBoredomDiscomfortFearFrustrationHungerLonelinessPainTiredness |
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Comforters may include: | BlanketsDummiesSpecial 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 passiveChild teary or cryingClinging behaviourParent 'running late' |
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Responses to a distressed baby/ infant may include: | Cuddles, comfortDistraction to an activityListening, talking with the child quietlyUse of transition object |
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Routines of physical care may include: | Clothing changesFeeding Nappy changes |
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Individual routines of babies/ infants may include: | Eating/drinking patternsInteractions and play with adultsNappy change routinesSleeping 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 sideThe 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 tableStaff/children ratios |
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Cleaning may include: | Disinfecting nappy change areasDisinfecting toilet areasVacuumingWashing floor |
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Disposal of waste materials may include: | NappiesSoiled 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 requirementsOrganisation policies regarding excursions. |
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Checking area for hazards may include checking for: | Animal droppings in outdoor areasNeedles/sharp implements in outdoor areas |
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Maintaining direct contact with baby/infant will vary according to: | Ability of baby/infantActivity baby/infant is involved inBaby/infant's ageBaby/infant's level of independence/dependenceBaby/Infant's safety/risk taking behaviours |
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Contact can include: | Glass viewing windowsLine of sightSight SoundWithin physical reach |
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Potential risks may be: | Babies learning to eat solid foodsBabies/infants going to sleep with a bottleBabies/Infants learning new skills such as walking, balancingParticular 'combinations' of babies/infants playing togetherRisk of dehydration on very hot daysSIDSWhen 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 togetherUse 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 centreAppropriate for the age range of babies/infantsNon purpose built centre |
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Hazards may be identified to babies/infants in a range of ways: | By signsBy symbolsVerbally |
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Risk reduction strategies may include: | Close supervision of any babies/infants in kitchensCovers on electrical socketsFences and gates, locking mechanismsGates on stairsOut of bounds areasParticularly close supervision in some areasPlacing babies/infants to sleep in positions recommended for prevention of SIDSRemoval/locking away of dangerous substances.Vacuuming/sweeping floors to remove small or dangerous objects |
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Rest may include: | SleepTime sitting quietly |
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Rest provisions may vary according to: | Other babies/infant's needs Space availableThe baby/infant's need for restThe 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 toyCultural practices e.g. hammock |
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Adjusting the environment for baby/infant's rest may include adjustments to: | Level of noiseLight, temperature and ventilation |
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Personal hygiene may include: | Blowing noseBrushing teeth/rinsing mouth after mealHand washingToileting |
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Hygiene practices taught may vary with babies/infants age, and mayinclude: | Cleaning teeth or rinsing mouth after eatingDiscarding tissues in bin after useFlushing toilet paper after useWashing 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 trainingEating food with utensils or fingersHair 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 RainSun 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: | DishwashingHand washing in hot, soapy waterSterilisation |
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Organisation procedures for food preparation may include: | Procedures for supervisionProtective clothing such as aprons Use of gloves when handling some foods |
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Nutritional needs will need planning to include: | Balanced dietNutritious foodRelevant to nutritional needs at that age |
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Health needs of children to be considered may include: | Allergies to certain foodsMedical advice and diet |
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Cultural requirements and preferences about food may include: | Drinks providedFoods usedHot or cold mealsInclusion of sweetsMeal patterns over a daySpices and flavourings used |
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Menu may include: | Breakfast LunchDinnerSnacksDrinks |
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Food and drink preferences will vary according to: | AgeAppetite CultureDietary requirementsFamily patternsIndividual tastesReligionStage of the day |
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Appetising food may consider: | Colour Shape TextureVariety |
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Procedures for the prevention of the spread of infection may include: | Cleaning equipmentCleaning of utensils after useDisinfection of nappy change areas after each useDisposal of unused foods/milkHand washingRegular disinfecting of soft toysRemoval and disposal of infected articlesRemoval of body waste products (e.g. faeces, urine, saliva, vomit) and disinfection of area affectedSterilisation of equipment and utensils where necessaryUse of disposable gloves when cleaning up body wastesUse protective aprons when changing babies |
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Requirements for the administration of medication may include: | Legislative guidelinesOrganisation proceduresPrimary caregiver instructions |
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Requirements for storage of medication may include: | Legislative requirementsLevel of security requiredOrganisation procedure and proceduresPrimary caregiver instructionsTemperature required |
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