ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Early Childhood Education Act
64. Safety equipment
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
64. Safety equipment
(1)The board of management in each education centre under this Act shall-(a)maintain premises that meet the requirements of the occupational health, safety regulations and building standards;(b)ensure the welfare and safety of the learners, teachers, non-teaching staff and other persons within the institution; and(c)put in place fire fighting equipment, first aid and other emergency equipment and non-prescription medicine as the county executive committee member may prescribe.(2)In providing the equipment specified under subsection (1)(c), the centre shall ensure that such equipment is accessible during an emergency.(3)The equipment and medicine under subsection (1) shall be maintained or kept by a centre in such manner as to ensure that it is out of the reach of children and ensures that the safety of the children is not compromised.(4)The Cabinet Secretary shall prescribe minimum standards for the health and safety of learners and for a satisfactory environment for education.