PF14 Isolation area

Overview

Premises and Facilities criterion 14

There is space (away from where food is stored, prepared, or eaten) where a sick child can:

  • be temporarily kept at a safe distance from other children (to prevent cross-infection);
  • lie down comfortably; and
  • be supervised.

Related to clause 45(1)(a)(ii) of standard.

Rationale/Intent:

The criterion aims to uphold the safety and wellbeing of all children attending by ensuring that there is a comfortable and safe place available for the isolation of a sick child.


Last updated: 9 September 2009