Toileting and Nappy Changing Policy

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Only staff that are known to the children are to change nappies, or to assist children with toileting needs.

• Children are never left unattended on the changing mat.

• All staff to wash their hands before and after every change.

• All staff must wear appropriate gloves (plastic/latex) and aprons, ensuring consideration for allergies.

• Wipes may be used if supplied by the parent/carers in all other cases wet wipes are to be used.

• All gloves and aprons must be disposed of after changing each child.

• Soiled nappies are to be disposed of in the nappy bin, and the bin will be emptied each afternoon.

• Clean the changing area with antibacterial spray after each use.

• Staff must record a nappy change on the daily sheet for each child.

• When potty training, children use these within the main bathroom.

• After use these are emptied, washed and cleaned with antibacterial spray.

• Children are supervised in hand washing and drying until adults are confident children can manage this task independently.

• Remind parents/carers when nappy levels are low.

Children who are toilet trained are encouraged to use the toilet independently. A member of staff will check that they have flushed the toilet and have washed their hands.

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In the event of a child having an accident they will be reassured that everything is ok and that they are not in trouble. Their clothes will be placed in a carrier bag (tied) and placed in their bag or on their peg & changed into fresh clothes.