Incident Procedures

In the case of any of the following incident these procedures need to be followed by all members of staff:

· In the event of aggressive behavior from persons known / unknown towards any member of staff/ child. Staff are to use panic buttons if in the nursery, and or telephone the police. Staff should try where possible to remove the children from the room or escort the person being aggressive from the premises. An incident form must be completed an incident report form, this will need to included witnesses names and address and any other relevant details this is important in helping in any investigations that need to take place.

The nursery manager must be informed so that appropriate steps can be made. Verbal aggression must be reported to the Nursery Manager who will investigate the allegations.

· If a break in or food occurs staff are to take the children to the school hall. Parents will be notified of the situation by staff using the school office. Nursery staff must stay with the children at all times until parents arrive or it is safe for staff and children to re-enter the Centre. The most senior member of staff should contact early years for advice and guidance and Ofsted should be informed as soon as possible. (within 14days)An incident form must be completed

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