Premises and facilities criterion 8
There are sufficient spaces for equipment and material to be stored safely. Stored equipment and materials can be easily and safely accessed by adults, and where practicable, by children.
Related to clause 45(1)(a)(i&ii) of standard.
Rationale/Intent:
The criterion aims to uphold the safety of both adults and children working in or attending the service by ensuring that equipment and materials is safely stored. All adults should be able to access the stored equipment and materials easily and safely, and for children to easily and safely make choices, where practicable.