Did You Know?
Each year, over 200 workers are seriously injured in Victorian childcare centres and kindergartens, according to WorkSafe Victoria. These injuries are often musculoskeletal, including sprains, strains, fractures, and soft tissue damage, typically resulting from routine tasks such as moving play equipment, lifting children, and sitting on small chairs.
Employer Responsibilities
Under workplace safety legislation, employers in the early childhood education and care sector have a critical responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their staff.
How ELAA Can Help
Training
ELAA offers specialised training to help ECEC employers and professionals meet their legal obligations and implement effective OHS management systems tailored for the sector.
- OHS Seminars: Every term, ELAA, in partnership with Recovre, conducts a one-day OHS seminar. View upcoming training here.
Tailored Support
- Custom OHS Training: We design tailored training programs based on the specific needs of your service.
- OHS Inspections: Our consultancy services include on-site OHS inspections to address safety concerns.
For more details, contact ELAA at 03 9489 3500 or via email.
Resources
We’re developing a new OHS resource specifically for early childhood services. Stay tuned for updates!
