Safer Feeding Assessment

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CHOKING BABY FIRST AID

CHOKING CHILD

HOW TO DO CPR ON A CHILD

Where do you work?

Farm View Day Nursery
Foxley Day Nursery
Maidenhead Day Nursery
Head Office

What is the main purpose of the Safer Feeding Risk Assessment?

To plan weekly menus
To identify hazards and reduce risks associated with eating and drinking
To monitor staff attendance
To record children’s preferences

Which risks does the Safer Feeding Risk Assessment specifically aim to reduce?

Slips and trips only
Choking, allergic reaction and cross-contamination
Falls from height
Sun exposure

Which of the following best describes good practice during mealtimes?

Quick and quiet
Unstructured and flexible
Safe, well-supervised, developmentally appropriate and inclusive
Led entirely by children without guidance

After an incident or near miss, what should staff do?

Keep it to themselves
Only tell colleagues
Wait until the end of the week
Report it to the setting manager as soon as it is safe to do so

What does 'active supervision' mean?

Watching occasionally
Being nearby but doing other things
Remain positioned where all children are visible and closely monitored
Checking in every few minutes

If a staff member needs to leave the table, what must they do?

Leave quickly and return
Leave without returning
Clearly communicate and ensure another responsible staff member takes over supervision
Leave if ratios are already met

When should you log children's meals on the digital app?

When children are eating
Before children eat
After the mealtime period has finished, and only when this does not compromise active supervision of children
While serving food

What must be accessible during mealtimes?

Toys
First aid equipment and emergency medication
Cleaning schedules
Outdoor equipment

What must happen if a Paediatric first aider leaves the area?

The medical bag is handed to another paediatric first aider with clear, continuous communication and supervision
Nothing
The medical bag is left behind
The room must be closed

What is required for serious feeding incidents or notifiable near misses?

Nothing
Inform parents only
Report to the Operations Director and Ofsted within required timescales
No formal reporting required

What should staff do if they witness a risky situation during mealtimes?

Wait for a manager
Ignore if minor
Record it later without reacting
Calmly and professionally intervene if a child is at immediate risk and report at the earliest safe opportunity

What is the purpose of having a designated person moving around during mealtimes?

To supervise staff
To allow others to remain seated and maintain consistent supervision
To clear tables only
To serve food faster

What is the priority when a child shows signs of choking?

Offer a drink immediately
Encourage coughing and assess breathing
Lay the child down
Call parents

What should staff avoid doing when a child is choking?

Staying with the child
Calling for help
Putting fingers in the child’s mouth blindly
Monitoring breathing

Which statement best describes correct handwashing practice during mealtimes?

Handwashing is only required for staff
Handwashing is only required for children before eating
Gloves replace the need for handwashing
All staff and children to wash hands before food handling and consumption

is does handwashing

What is the correct food safety practice for stored or reheated food?

Food can be reheated multiple times if needed
Food must be stored safely, reheated once and discarded if not consumed
Food safety checks are only needed when staff suspect a problem
Reheated food can be kept for a week

What is essential for safe seating during mealtimes?

Children must be seated in stable seating with correct support
Children can sit where space allows
Furniture should be soft and movable
Standing while eating is acceptable if supervised

What is the correct practice when preparing and giving bottles?

Bottles can be prepared in advance and reheated as needed
Bottles can be shared if needed
Bottles must be correctly prepared, labelled and checked before feeding
Bottles should be warmed in the microwave

How should staff position themselves when sitting with children?

Standing above them
Sitting front facing at their level
Sitting away from the table
Only supervising from a distance

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This risk assessment has been developed in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements and has been designed to strengthen and support safer feeding practices across our settings.

Although this document is comprehensive, it is important that all staff familiarise themselves with its contents, as it supports our shared commitment to safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

We are committed to ensuring that all staff feel confident and knowledgeable in carrying out their safeguarding duties. Your awareness and understanding of this risk assessment will help us maintain the highest standards of care and safety for children.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safeguarding.

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