EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION IN

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

SETTINGS
Active supervision in early childhood
education settings is critical to the safety of
children and helps protect them from harm and
hazards that may arise during their daily
experiences.
 KEY ASPECTS OF EFFECTIVE
SUPERVISION
• Knowing Each Child’s Abilities: Understanding the unique needs and
abilities of each child.

• Establishing Clear Safety Rules: Setting straightforward safety

guidelines.

• Scanning for Hazards: Being vigilant and scanning the environment for
potential safety risks.
• Strategic Positioning: Standing in a position that allows monitoring of the entire
area.

• Positive Reinforcement: Focusing on positive reinforcement to teach safe

behavior.

• Directing and Monitoring Activities: Closely supervising activities that involve

some risk.
• Anticipating Play: Observing play and anticipating potential dangers.

• Listening Actively: Paying attention to children, even those not directly

in sight.

• Health Monitoring: Monitoring children’s health for signs of illness.

 • Group Supervision: Positioning staff to supervise the entire group.

• Play Participation: Engaging in play to ensure safety

Effective supervision fosters a safe and responsive environment, allowing educators to engage
meaningfully with children.
IDENTIFYING FOOD SAFETY
ISSUES
WHY FOOD SAFETY MATTERS FOR
YOUNG CHILDREN?
• Children’s immune systems are less developed, making
them more vulnerable to infections and food poisoning.

• Hygiene and safe food preparation are crucial.

 EYFS FRAMEWORK
REQUIREMENTS
• Staff must be competent in food handling.
• Obtain information about dietary requirements, allergies, and
health needs.
• Adequately equipped areas for healthy meals.
• Suitable facilities for hygienic food preparation.
• Training in food hygiene for staff.
REGARDING FOOD SAFETY ISSUES, IT IS CRUCIAL
TO MAINTAIN SAFE PRACTICES IN EARLY
CHILDHOOD SETTINGS. SOME CONSIDERATIONS
INCLUDE:
• Chemical Contamination: Ensuring food is free from harmful chemicals that can lead to acute
poisoning or long-term diseases.

• Bacterial Hazards: Being aware of common foodborne pathogens

like Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Escherichia coli. Proper handling of raw animal
products and unpasteurized dairy is essential.

• Listeria: Although rare, Listeria infections can have severe consequences, especially for infants,
children, and the elderly. Avoiding unpasteurized dairy and ready-to-eat foods is crucial.

• Vibrio cholerae: This bacterium can cause severe dehydration and death. Contaminated water or
specific foods may transmit it.
Remember, effective supervision and food safety go
hand in hand to create a secure and nurturing
environment for young learners. 🌟👶🍎
FOOD SAFETY ISSUES, SAFETY
PRACTICES
Food safety is a critical concern for public health,
ensuring that food does not pose harm to consumers
when prepared and consumed as intended.
LEGISLATION AND FRAMEWORK

• The Food Safety Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10611) serves as the foundation for
implementing a farm-to-fork food safety regulatory system. It aims to protect
consumer health, promote fair trade practices, and enhance the global
competitiveness of Philippine foods.
The act emphasizes controlling hazards in the food chain, adopting precautionary me
asures based on scientific risk analysis, and aligning with international standards
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.

The Philippines is also a member of the Codex Alimentarius Commission

, which focuses on developing food standards based on risk analysis and independent s
cientific advice provided by expert bodies organized by the Food and Agriculture Orga
nization and the World Health Organization
 RISK ANALYSIS

• Risk analysis is a systematic methodology that provides policymakers

with science-based information for transparent decision-making. It leads
to improvements in food safety and public health.
The Philippines follows risk analysis principles in its food safety regulati
ons
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.
 COMMON CAUSES OF FOODBORNE
DISEASES
• Unsafe food can lead to various illnesses caused by infectious agents (bacteria,
viruses, parasites) and non-infectious agents (chemicals, animal and plant toxins).
• Factors contributing to foodborne diseases include:
• Unsafe sources of drinking water.
• Improper disposal of human waste.
• Unhygienic practices (e.g., spitting, improper food handling).
• Unsafe food handling and preparation practices, including street-vended foods 2.
 FIVE KEYS TO SAFER FOOD (SOURCE:
WHO)
• Keep Clean: Ensure cleanliness during food preparation.

• Separate Raw and Cooked Foods: Prevent cross-contamination.

• Cook Foods Thoroughly: Properly cook food to kill harmful microorganisms.

• Keep Food at Safe Temperatures: Avoid temperature abuse.

• Use Safe Water and Raw Materials: Ensure the safety of water and ingredients2.
IN CASE OF SUSPECTED FOODBORNE
ILLNESSES

Preserve evidence (if available) by securely wrapping the suspected food labeled as “danger” and
freezing it.

Seek medical treatment if symptoms persist or are severe (e.g., bloody diarrhea, excessive nausea,
high temperature).

Report incidents to the local health department2.

• Remember that safe food practices benefit everyone, from consumers to producers, and
contribute to overall public health and well-being.