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Employer/Employee Questions re Hurricane Ophelia
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There continues to be a large number of questions regarding working arrangements after Hurricane Ophelia This summary , in the form of questions and... |
18 Oct 2017 |
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WEATHER ALERT AND ADVICE RE STAFF/PARENTS
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In relation to staff many services have policies on closures in exceptional circumstances and this is built into contracts. As a rule of thumb if... |
16 Oct 2017 |
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Tusla Inspection Tips
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The following is some of the most common non-compliances as seen on recent inspection reports. It is not a complete list but it highlights some key... |
04 Oct 2017 |
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Tip of the Day: Probation
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We are now into a new month, did you take on any employees in September? Have you met them yet to give them Feedback? It is really important to put... |
03 Oct 2017 |
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Some Practical Tips on DES inspections
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Just some simple but valuable tips based on feedback from recent inspections. Ensure you document your curriculum planning: long , medium and... |
21 Sep 2017 |
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PRE-EMPLOYMENT HEALTH SELF-DECLARATION FORM
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GET YOUR FREE FORM! More employers are realising the advantages of using a pre-employment health self-declaration. To get a free sample form email... |
27 Jul 2017 |
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CAUTION: Issuing a Warning to Employees!!
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We would like to draw your attention to the dangers of issuing warnings to staff without following due process. We answer a significant number of... |
23 Jun 2017 |
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A Nature Walk
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A great way to enhance Children's appreciation of the outdoor environment When walking with children ask them to tell you what they're seeing,... |
22 May 2017 |
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Gardening and Nature Play
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Gardening and Nature Play provides everything we look for in early Childhood Education Learner centered – it is intrinsically motivating and... |
22 May 2017 |
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ARE YOU GOING ON AN OUTING?
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It is the time of year that many services are preparing for their annual school tour or outing. Here is a basic checklist that may help you prepare... |
11 May 2017 |
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Rest Breaks - Health and Safety
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The Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 sets out a number of entitlements for employees one of which is rest breaks. Employees are entitled to a... |
21 Apr 2017 |
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HEALTHY EATING POLICY
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Inspectors are looking for reference to how children have eaten and the portion sizes. while this may be in your policy if you are full day care... |
30 Mar 2017 |
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Top Tip for Today : The Use of Disposable Gloves
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Gloves: Wear disposable gloves when dealing with blood, body fluids, broken/grazed skin and mucous membranes (e.g. eyes, nose, mouth). This includes... |
07 Mar 2017 |
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A Word about Customer Care!
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Customer care is a customer service that seeks to acquire new customers (parents, children), provide excellent customer satisfaction and build... |
03 Mar 2017 |
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Today’s Top Tip: Collection of Children; Separated and Divorced Parents:
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Married parents are automatically joint guardians of their children. Neither separation nor divorce changes this. You cannot refuse either parent to... |
09 Feb 2017 |
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Today’s Top Tip: Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
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Are all of you who work with children aware of the importance of cough etiquette in controlling infection. Everyone should cover their mouth and... |
07 Feb 2017 |
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Effective Hand Washing:
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Effective Hand Washing: Handwashing is on of the most effective ways of controlling infection in an early years setting All employees should... |
27 Jan 2017 |
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Garda Vetting Update
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You are all aware by now the under the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act 2012 (no 47 of 2012) it is a criminal offence... |
26 Jan 2017 |
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Record Retention
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Please note that some of the retention periods are recommended (not legal requirements). This is indicated in the table below: Type of Record Time... |
25 Jan 2017 |
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****QUALIFICATIONS UPDATE****
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We have just received some further clarifications from Tusla regarding qualifications and regulatory requirements in accordance with the Child Care... |
12 Jan 2017 |
