Kids Academy Bulleen

This is a multi-level service and it is recommended that the service approval is granted subject to the following conditions:
• The Approved Provider is required to ensure objects are not placed in a manner that may allow a child to climb over barriers or fences; and, all play equipment in the outdoor play spaces are maintained and placed in a way that meets the requirements of the Australian Playground Standards (Standard AS 4685) with particular consideration given to falling space, impact areas and free space.
• The approved provider must ensure that they incorporate and maintain natural elements and features within outdoor spaces.
• The approved provider must ensure that all staff have read and are familiar with the supervision plan and risk assessment for the outdoor space.

• The Approved Provider must engage an appropriate expert such as a fire safety advisor or fire safety engineer to observe and prepare a report on the emergency and evacuation procedure rehearsal of the service. This must occur at the first rehearsal of the emergency and evacuation procedure. The report prepared must identify:
a. the service;
b. the date and time of the rehearsal;
c. the total time taken to evacuate the building;
d. the location to which building occupants were evacuated to;
e. the number of children and educators in attendance on the day;
f. the profile of children (ages, any disabilities) with respect to the children’s rooms operating at the time of the rehearsal; and
g. any proposed actions the service must take to improve evacuation procedures to ensure the safety of all children attending the service.
• The approved provider must submit a copy of any report produced in relation this condition to the Regional Office of the Regulatory Authority in which the service is located within seven (7) days of receipt.