SOP

• Create a ledger of entry and exit with ID verification.
• Please affix the emergency contact numbers of the nearby hospital / ambulance, Electricity Board, Police Station and Fire Station.
• First aid kit consisting of Paracetamol, antiseptic liquid & cream, sterile cotton and Band-Aids should be kept in the school, out of children's reach.
  1. All teaching and non-teaching staff should have access to it.
  2. Parents should be informed immediately in case of emergencies.
• There should be no corporal punishment.
• The safety equipment should be examined for expiry date and kept in working condition.
• The school doors must be kept closed to prevent children's free walks.
• The school must take a list of children with special health issues and give extra care to them.
• Adult supervision is required at the playground, splash pool and during toys time.
• Never send children to the toilet without adult supervision.
• Clean spare dresses must be kept handy for circumstances arising due to wetting.
• Periodical inspection of furniture should be done to check for wooden chipped edges, protruding nails, etc.
• Staff should avoid nail growth, glass bangles, etc.
• CCTV must be installed and its working must be checked.
• Schools must have emergency exits and alarms.
• Staff verification should be mandatory by producing a valid ration card or Aadhaar card and a personal residence visit. Police verification preferred.

• Periodic inspection of sunshades, partition doors, etc., to be made.
• All doors and windows must have insect protection screens.
• The overhead water tank and sump should be cleaned once in 60 days and such dates should be recorded.
• Electrical sockets should not be within the reach of children and should be disconnected and sealed if necessary.
• Prevent glass doors or shutters.
• The floor should not be slippery and all door mats should be anti-slippery.
• Install door jammers to protect from accidents occurring due to fierce wind or voluntary actions.
• AC machines must be frequently cleaned.

• All electrical, plumbing, sewage, painting, carpentry and maintenance work should not be done during school working hours.
• Any person claiming to be from any department should be permitted only through verification of ID.
• Every teaching and non-teaching staff member should have basic knowledge and training in giving first aid, fire safety drills and disaster management.
• Try to display on the notice board.

• Restrict office visiting hours.
• Encourage parents to use climate-specific clothes for children.
• Educate parents to avoid dresses with sequins, beads and accessories that may pose choking hazards.
• The school has the right to check the quality of products before distribution during birthday events.
• Better avoid eatables on birthdays and any other occasions.
• The school should have a clear understanding with parents to avoid strangers picking up their children.
• Parents should be involved as volunteers during excursions or events at school.
• Parents should be educated on sending children with valuable jewelry, safety pins on dresses, etc.
• Vaccinated children must be away from school for a day under parents' supervision.

• The school van must be GPS-enabled.
• Avoid loud noise and bright lighting as children are sensitive to both.
• Transport facility can be leased to a private party, with emphasis on operating with the same driver after thorough background checks.
• Parents should be allowed to inspect the van in between the trip.
• A lady attender should accompany the kids during pick-up and drop.
• Field trips should not exceed a 5-7 km radius.

1. Drinking water: Ensure purified potable water for staff and children.
2. Cleanliness: Ensure hands, utensils and surfaces are clean before handling food.
3. Cook: Cook food thoroughly to the recommended temperature.
4. Allergy awareness: Be aware of common food allergies (e.g., peanuts, gluten, dairy) and take steps to avoid exposure.
5. Supervision: Supervise children while they're eating to prevent choking hazards.
6. Food handling: Teach children proper food handling techniques.
7. Hygiene: Encourage good hygiene practices, such as washing hands before eating.

By following these guidelines, you can help ensure kids' food safety and promote healthy eating habits.

• Avoid purchasing low-quality toys that may pose a choking hazard or contain toxic substances.
• A manual of children with allergies should be displayed in each classroom.
• Keep special attention on children who have biting tendencies.
• Strict supervision is mandatory to prevent accidents due to swallowing small objects.
• Keep the school free from cobwebs.
• Disinfectants must be kept away from kids' reach.
• The motor for pumping water must run before or after school hours.