73 Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Knowledge & Competencies Health, Safety, & Nutrition Rationale Core Knowledge Components Core Knowledge Competencies 1. Policies, Practices & Procedures 1.1 General Policies/Procedures 1.2 Control of Communicable Disease 1.3 Routine Oral Hygiene 1.4 Administration of Medications 1.5 Reduction of Environmental Hazards 1.6 Sanitation Procedures 1.7 Prevention of Injuries 1.8 Immediate Response to Injuries 1.9 Follow-Up Response to Injuries 1.10 Emergency Preparedness 2. Abuse & Neglect 2.1 Suspected Abuse/Neglect 3. Nutrition & Dietary Practices 3.1 Nutrition 3.2 Food Selection & Preparation 3.3 Mealtime Behaviors 3.4 Response to Food Preferences 4. Communication with Families 4.1 Respect 4.2 Communication Regarding Policies 4.3 Communication Regarding Special Needs 4.4 Communication Regarding Nutrition & Food 5. Health Education 5.1 Basic Health Practices 5.2 Nutrition Education 5.3 Safety Education 5.4 Education for Healthy Self-Care 5.5 Education for Physical Activity 5.6 Health & Safety Resources