The sleep and rest rules are in four regulations. Regulation 84A sets the duty to meet each child’s sleep and rest needs. Regulation 84B lists 13 matters the policy must address, including the method and frequency of sleep checks and how they are documented. Regulation 84C requires a risk assessment at least every 12 months and after any relevant change, considering 9 listed matters, followed by a policy update and a kept record. Regulation 84D bans bassinets on the premises. This checklist goes through each item in turn so you can check the policy and the latest risk assessment against the Regulations.
A free checklist of every requirement in regulations 84A to 84D, to check a service’s sleep and rest policy and risk assessment.
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At least once every 12 months, and as soon as practicable after becoming aware of any circumstance that may affect children's safety, health or wellbeing during sleep and rest (regulation 84C(1)).
The Regulations do not set a fixed interval. Regulation 84B requires the policy to state the method and frequency of checks and to be consistent with current health guidelines on safe sleep.
No. Regulation 84D prohibits a bassinet on the premises while children are being educated and cared for.
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