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Safe sleeping for babies

… more information about Canadian safety regulations and to check for product recalls, visit Health Canada: Product … prevent a baby from being trapped, smothered, or strangled check and be sure: The crib mattress fits the frame and is … Do not smoke around your baby Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke increases the risk of SIDS. Carefully …

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus MRSA

… using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap (to help children wash …

Tuberculosis TB

… How can I be tested? Visit your health care provider for a check-up if you have symptoms of TB disease or want to know … provider will do a TB assessment and order the appropriate tests. There may be a cost depending on the reason for your … They will ask you to provide chest x-rays and sputum to check that you are responding to treatment. Your health care …

Vancomycin-resistant enterococci VRE

… using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 20 seconds using warm water and soap, and use a paper towel to …

Carbapenemase-producing organisms CPO

… using the toilet. Wash your hands well for at least 15 seconds using warm water and soap. Use a paper towel to dry …

Indoor air quality Combustion by-products

… unvented kerosene heaters, stoves and other sources. Second-hand tobacco smoke also contains combustion … especially when using combustion appliances. You can check the outdoor air quality in your area before opening … testing to make sure they are working properly. You can check with a consumer guide to find a carbon monoxide …

Immunization for health care workers in BC

… to an initial vaccine series should be offered a second series of vaccine. To check for immunity, hepatitis B antibody levels should be …

Severe allergic reactions to food Children and teens

… child’s symptoms do not get better or get worse, give a second dose of epinephrine as soon as 5 minutes after the … are prescribed based on body weight. As your child grows, check with your child’s health care provider to ensure you …

E coli infection

… of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it may be an indication … mix 5 mL (1 teaspoon) of household bleach into 1 litre (4 cups) of water Allow the sanitizer to contact the surface or … of 74°C (164°F) or hotter and remains there for at least 15 seconds. Measure the internal temperature of the meat with a …

Food safety in child care facilities

… Clean Wash your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds before you eat or handle any food and after you use … on the product label. Some dishwashers can sanitize. Check the manual of your dishwasher to find out if yours … as possible. Large or very hot items such as lasagnas or soups are difficult to cool. To help cool foods quickly: Use …