HI Summery of standard 6 There are two standards both work with each other National standard and national minimal standards
Summary UKNS 6 A safe and positive environment: The foster home provides a ,healthy and nurturing environment for the child or young person.
Summery .
Accommodation. covers , bedroom sharing, garden safety , 1st aid and training. safe play area, quite area for home work and privacy ,fire
safety equipment, awareness and escape
Transport MOT's insurance etc , safety of child bikes re : equipment etc.
Home safety
Alcohol, drugs medicines, cleaning chemicals, safety of, Electrical appliances, . Safety of doors, windows, bannisters, Heating, food hygiene , safety glass in doors windows ect,
CHILDREN AWARE OF FIRE EXIT ESCAPE.
Service of gas and electrics. and test certificates.
General Health and welfare of children.
addressing clothing, diet, growth, religious and cultural needs, emotional and development needs, sexual identity, stimulation through play and learning, maintaining and creating positive relationships and interests and too help develop new ones.
Reporting of accidents and incidents.
Keeping accurate details of records , report above soonest keep short and too the point.
Pets Animals
Be aware of Dangerous dogs act 1991 breeds not accepted in foster homes include Pit Bull, Japanese Towser, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Braziliero. others may pose a threat Alsatian,Rottweiller, Doberman or Bandog. Dogs can be risk assessed by RSPCA or Vet can be an asset too children , but can be provoked or uneasy with strangers.
Hope this is of use all related too standard 6 lots here too write on.
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