Influences Of Legislation = Staff

Question 1

What does it do?

Answer 1

• Ensures he setting has the correct number of staff needed, correct supervision& training to ensure theenviorment is safe.

Question 2

Legislation impacts:

Answer 2

Working practices
Premises
Staff

Question 3

Purpose / advantage:

Answer 3

• Promotes safe staffing levels which aim to have an effective supervision
• correct amount of staff with relevant level of qualifications = can lead to better care & lowers risk of harm.

Question 4

Risks if under staffed:

Answer 4

• Burnout = due to stress
• more risk of harm & abuse
  -Neglect

Question 5

Staffing levels in childcare setting:

Answer 5

Children aged 0-2 =1 staff to 3 children.
Children aged 2-3=1 staff 4 children.
Children aged 3-5 =1 staff to 8 children.