DCF 40 Hours Child Care (HSAN) Health, Safety, and Nutrition (2019) Latest Update.

DCF 40 Hours Child Care (HSAN) Health, Safety, and Nutrition (2019) Latest Update. Appetite A desire to eat. Isolation Area A designated area for a child who becomes ill at the facility, which must be away from the other, healthy children. Safety Hazards Things in the environment that can be identified as dangerous to one's health and welfare. Communicable Disease Disease that can be spread from one person to another. Disinfect To kill germs on surfaces or objects by using chemicals. This process does not necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove all germs, but by killing germs on a surface after cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection. Impermeable Surface A surface that is resistant to water, chemicals, and other fluids. These surfaces are required in areas such as changing stations, playpens, cots, and sleeping mats. Vaccine A product that protects an individual from contracting an infectious disease by stimulating their immune system. Health The total well-being of a person—including the physical, mental, and social self—in the absence of disease or other abnormal conditions. Clean