Preparing for Emergencies in Child Care

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What is the first step in responding to emergencies in a child care program?

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Understanding the types of disasters that might affect the program

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of emergency that typically affects child development programs? Missing child, Technology failure, Injuries, Animal invasion

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Animal invasion

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What type of disaster includes flooding, tornadoes, and earthquakes?

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Natural disasters

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How often should fire, tornado, and lockdown evacuation plans be practiced? Options: Every six months, Yearly, Weekly, Monthly

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Monthly

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What should be included in an emergency plan for a child care program?

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Evacuation and shelter in place plans

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What is a crucial action to take during all evacuations and practices?

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Bringing emergency medications and contact information

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Which of the following emergencies becomes a disaster when it affects a larger number of people or presents a stronger risk? Missing child, All of the above, Injuries, Inclement weather

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All of the above

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What type of disaster includes acts of violence or threats of violence?

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Terrorism

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What is important to know for communicating during a disaster?

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The chain of communication and updated staff phone rosters

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What should be done if administrators or government officials order individuals to take shelter?

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Follow the shelter in place plans