Everyday actions — ranging from choosing safer cleaning products and toys to introducing a fragrance-free policy or composting program — can help a child care program create healthier indoor and outdoor spaces for children and staff, while contributing to environmental sustainability and action on climate change.
Check out the pages below to learn more about ensuring a healthy environment during COVID-19.
Keep it fresh! Ensure that all rooms have adequate ventilation with regular fresh air exchange to help keep indoor air healthy.
Access to nature and land-based learning
Get outside! The outdoors offers more space to physically distance and fresh air.
Wash your hands! Proper hand hygiene is a critical part of maintaining healthy environments.
Keep it clean! Proper cleaning and disinfecting, that adheres to public health guidelines, promotes healthy, sustainable learning environments.