Explain The Factors To Consider When Planning Healthy And Safe Indoor And Outdoor Environments

There are many factors which need to be considered when planning health and safe indoor and outdoor environments and services for children to work and play. The functions and purposes of an environment and service are things to consider before planning and catering to childrenâ€TMs needs but there are basic requirements for all provisions.
Light and noise. Children needs sufficient light to work in comfort and be focused without discomfort.
On the other hand too much light may cause headaches and discomfort. Children also need a quiet environment or low level noise in order to concentrate. This helps prolong the attention span they have. If they are in an environment that is too dark or too noisy it may cause distractions.
Specific risk to either staff member or children should be taken into
Having the appropriate size furniture for the age groups helps prevent accidents for children sitting on chairs or leaning over tables that are either too small or too big for them.
Taking into consideration the childrenâ€TMs needs and abilities helps classroom leaders and helpers plan and differentiate day to day activities to cater for every childâ€TMs necessities. Regardless of age, sex and whether they are SEN or not all needs should be met when it comes to the classroom and outdoor activities.
Outdoor activities need to be taken into consideration a bit more. There should always be clear boundaries for children so they know where they can and where they cannot go. When children want to go outside you should first check on the weather and if they may need a coat or in fact take of their jumpers if it is warm. Also as responsible adults you should always check the environment to ensure it is safe before the children go out there. The wind may have knocked over some furniture or there may be some areas which are messy which could cause a child with asthma to have