Nursery World - NVQ evidence gathering

Follow our pointers to help you gather evidence for NVQ Level 3 Unit E3 - planning and equipping environments for children. Read our advice in conjunction with Level 3 standards Early Years Care and Education. 1. Having an awareness of what is around you is an important aspect of safety.

1. Having an awareness of what is around you is an important aspect of safety.

* Draw up a plan of your setting identifying fire doors, extinguishers, and other safety equipment.

* Take your assessor on a tour of your facility and talk about health and safety issues regarding fixtures and fittings, the kitchen, furniture and floor coverings. Expect to be asked many questions as you go round.

* The outdoor environment requires particular attention to ensure it is safe and can be accessed by all children. Write an account of how the outside area of your setting is adapted to enable children with special needs to participate fully.

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