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CMs, nappie changing - do you use apron and gloves

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LingDiLong · 15/10/2012 20:09

I'm doing my level 3 childcare qualification and this has come up. It was never covered in my ICP course or my application or inspections. The inspector asked where I change nappies but never mentioned using these. Should I be?

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Titchyboomboom · 15/10/2012 20:41

I use powder free vinyl gloves, no apron. I also use them on my dd when I change her nappy when other children are here. The Ofsted inspector liked my approach on this and referenced it when grading me outstanding on the equality and inclusion section.

lechatnoir · 15/10/2012 20:30

No and no but do of course hand wash afterwards (or use anti-bac if I'm out & about) seems a bit OTT. And if you have your own DC to attend to I'm a bit Confused how it would work - gloves for mindees only or gloves during working hours but ok to do the same thing after 6pm. Not a chance I will ever adopt this I'm afraid Grin

GrimAndHumourless · 15/10/2012 20:19

gloves yes apron no

HSMM · 15/10/2012 20:18

I use gloves, but not an apron.

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