Explore the resources below to learn about 10 science-backed injury prevention strategies that prioritize the safety and well-being of Head Start children.
This series describes the roles and responsibilities of everyone in early childhood programs to create a culture of safety. It also explains the importance of safety strategies across all program facilities and activities, as well as ways to integrate the 10 strategies into management systems.
The 10 actions to create a culture of safety are science-informed injury prevention strategies that prioritize children's safety and well-being. View this resource to read more and watch videos about each action.
Preventing Injuries in Early Childhood Programs is a course available on the Individualized Professional Development Portfolio that will help you make your early childhood program a safe place for children.
Watch this webinar to learn about the role of Head Start programs in reporting health and safety incidents. Find out about resources to train and support staff to build a program-wide culture of safety and wellness.
Learn about the Safe Foundations, Healthy Futures campaign. Explore ways to create safe and nurturing settings for children to grow up healthy and be ready to succeed in school.