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Child Care

Emergency Management

There are many emergencies that may occur at a child care centre. The emergencies that SMDHU is concerned about are those that impact infection prevention and control, safe drinking water, food safety, and/or may result in hazardous exposures for children (e.g. sewage). When these types of emergencies occur, the centre is required to report it to SMDHU within 24 hours of the emergency occurring (once any immediate threats have been managed and the staff/children are safe). Emergencies can be reported to the health unit during regular business hours at (705)721-7520 ext. 5744.  
 

SMDHU expects each centre to have site-specific contingency plans developed to assist them with managing emergencies. Contingency plans must be developed for power outages, fires, adverse water results/no access to potable water, water interruptions, floods, and sewage back-ups. If the centre stays open during the emergency event, considerations for contingency plans should include:

  • How will food be provided to the children in a safe manner?
  • How will hand washing occur?
  • How will toileting/diapering occur?
  • How will cleaning and disinfection occur?
  • Where will drinking water come from?

Once the emergency has ended or the urgency has lessened, consider:

  • What appliances have been affected (e.g. fridge/freezers) – when does food need to be discarded?
  • What can be cleaned and disinfected?
  • What needs to be discarded?
  • Is professional assistance required?
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