(for Center Directors) This lesson focuses on environmental issues in your child care facility. Directors will be able to identify potential environmental issues that can impact health and safety in the facility. Learn simple strategies on how to reduce children’s exposure to toxins and poisons, including how to watch for or reduce exposure to asbestos, radon, lead, mercury, and household cleaners, and how to find healthier and greener alternatives for cleaning. (2 hours)
Lesson objectives
- Learn what toxins are and how children are exposed to toxins and other toxic substances in early learning environments.
- Understand health and safety issues that can arise from exposure to toxins.
- Develop a plan to create a greener and healthier environment for children and staff in your facility.
