Caring for Our Children, National Health and Safety Performance Standards

American Academy of Pediatrics

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Caring for Our Children, National Health and Safety Performance Standards (4th Edition)

American Academy of Pediatrics

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1542/9781610022989

ISBN electronic:

978-1-61002-298-9

ISBN print:

978-1-61002-297-2

Publication date:

January 2019

The fourth edition contains guidelines on the development and evaluation of the health and safety of children in early care and education settings. Available for purchase at https://shop.aap.org/caring-for-our-children-national-health-and-safety-performance-standards-4th-edition-paperback/

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History of Caring for Our Children Standard Language Changes Since the 3rd Edition (Through July 2018)
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Staffing
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Program Activities for Healthy Development
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Health Promotion and Protection
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Nutrition and Food Service
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Facilities, Supplies, Equipment, and Environmental Health
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Play Areas/Playgrounds and Transportation
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Infectious Diseases
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Children with Special Health Care Needs and Disabilities
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Administration
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Licensing and Community Action
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Appendixes
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Appendix A: Signs and Symptoms Chart
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Appendix B: Major Occupational Health Hazards
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Appendix C: Nutrition Specialist, Registered Dietitian, Licensed Nutritionist, Consultant, and Food Service Staff Qualifications
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Appendix D: Gloving
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Appendix E: Child Care Staff Health Assessment
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Appendix F: Enrollment/Attendance/Symptom Record
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Appendix G: Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children and Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger
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Appendix H: Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults Aged 19 Years or Older
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Appendix I: Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care
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Appendix J: Selecting an Appropriate Sanitizer or Disinfectant
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Appendix K: Routine Schedule for Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting
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Appendix L: Cleaning Up Body Fluids
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Appendix M: Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect: Signs and Symptoms
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Appendix N: Protective Factors Regarding Child Abuse and Neglect
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Appendix O: Care Plan for Children With Special Health Needs
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Appendix P: Situations that Require Medical Attention Right Away
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Appendix Q: Getting Started with MyPlate
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Appendix R: Choose MyPlate: 10 Tips to a Great Plate
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Appendix S: Physical Activity: How Much Is Needed?
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Appendix T: Helping Children in Foster Care Make Successful Transitions Into Child Care
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Appendix U: Recommended Safe Minimum Internal Cooking Temperatures
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Appendix V: Food Storage Chart
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Appendix W: Sample Food Service Cleaning Schedule
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Appendix X: Adaptive Equipment for Children with Special Health Care Needs
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Appendix Y: Even Plants Can Be Poisonous
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Appendix Z: Depth Required for Shock-Absorbing Surfacing Materials for Use Under Play Equipment
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Appendix AA: Medication Administration Packet
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Appendix BB: Emergency Information Form for Children With Special Needs
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Appendix CC: Incident Report Form
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Appendix DD: Child Injury Report Form for Indoor and Outdoor Injuries
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Appendix EE: America’s Playgrounds Safety Report Card
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Appendix FF: Child Health Assessment
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Appendix GG: Licensing and Public Regulation of Early Childhood Programs
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Appendix HH: Use Zones and Clearance Dimensions for Single- and Multi-Axis Swings
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Appendix II: Bike and Multi-sport Helmets: Quick-Fit Check
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Appendix JJ: Our Child Care Center Supports Breastfeeding
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Appendix KK: Authorization for Emergency Medical/Dental Care
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Acronyms/Abbreviations
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Glossary
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Index

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