Pest Control Policy
At Play Together Creche we work hard to keep a clean and hygienic environment for children staff and parents. Play Together Creche will ensure children and staff are not exposed to pests (insects, cockroaches, rats, mice, etc.) pest residue, and the chemicals used to control them.
We cooperate with Rentokil Pest Control Service - the specialist in pest control for business. Rentokil are experts at dealing with include: bed bugs, mice, rats, flies, fleas, moths, silverfish, textile pests, wasps and woodworm. Rentokil service checks Play Together Creche regularly. Inspection records are available in the crèche.
The owner/managers of Play Together Creche are the persons designated to act as a liaison between the service and a pest control company if required.
• Regular inspections will be performed by the manager and all staff starting they working day or outdoor activities.
• Staff should report to the manager immediately if they have any concerns regarding pests of any kind. Staff should be alert to the possibility of infestation on discovery of any of the following:
Direct sightings of vermin/pests Droppings near food source
Evidence of nesting
Evidence of gnawing
• Food should be kept covered or stored in airtight pest proof containers.
• Spillages should be promptly cleaned up.
• Proper sanitation will be maintained and correct disposal of rubbish and food waste will be maintained to prevent conditions for pests.
• Water leaks will be repaired and standing water will be eliminated whenever possible.
• Repairs will be performed as needed to prevent pest access to buildings or to hiding spaces in walls and equipment.
• Pest management decisions will be based on the results of regular inspections.
• Access to bait boxes and other forms of pest control will never be accessible to children at Play Together Creche
Any visiting animals will be kept under control. We always interview the pet owner to make sure the animals are healthy and have the required vaccinations.
Animals, birds and fish may carry infections, which can be transmitted to humans. Strict hygiene procedures are therefore required when handling and caring for these creatures to prevent illness.
The children are encouraged to talk with adults regarding the animals and their care. The children hands are always washed after handling the animals.
• Appropriate risk assessments must be carried out and an account must be taken of any allergies that anyone coming into contact with the animals may have and appropriate precautions taken.
• It might be advisable for the children to view the visiting animal from a safe distance, e.g. looking through a window to an animal outside.
• Staff should be aware that all species of reptiles may carry salmonella organism, particular care with hygiene must be taken when introducing these animals into the service.
• Children must wash their hands thoroughly with liquid soap in warm running water after coming in contact with any animals.
• Children will be supervised at all times when handling animals and will be taught correct handling and care of the animals.
• Staff must wash their hands after cleaning out the animals and dispose of all soiled matter in the outside bin.
• Children must not help to clean the animals environment
• Correct guidelines and care of the animals must be followed.
• Information regarding feeding, cleaning, and any other care information should be obtained from reliable sources.
• Suitable secure housing must be provided for the animals.
• Arrangements will be made for care of the animals over the weekend and overnight if necessary.
• Any animals brought into Play Together Creche by visitors are to be their responsibility however staff are still responsible for assessing any risks and taking any necessary precautions.
10. Contact Information
If you need more information about this policy, contact:
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Name |
Iwona Sawicka
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Phone number or email |
0833187143 091/458167 or 091/458999 |
11. Policy Created
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Date this policy was created |
March 2016 |
12. Signatures
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Name and position |
Signature |
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Approved by |
Iwona Sawicka |
Iwona Sawicka |
13. Review Date
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Reviewed |
March 2017 |
Iwona Sawicka |
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Reviewed |
March 2018 |
Iwona Sawicka |
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Reviewed |
March 2019 |
Iwona Sawicka |
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Reviewed and updated
Reviewed |
March 2020
March 2021 |
Iwona Sawicka
Iwona Sawicka |
Next Review Date
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Date this policy will be reviewed |
March 2022 |
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