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Are preschools required to keep a record of the medical report from enrichment vendors or interns; or will an undertaking suffice?
Preschools / HQs must have a copy of the medical report from enrichment vendors or interns. These reports must be accessible to ECDA upon request.
MSF 9d ago
Can preschools engage relief staff without medical clearances?
All relief staff must be certified to be fit for work by a registered medical practitioner and obtain ECDA's approval before being deployed at the preschool. This is to ensure the safety of children and staff at the preschool.
MSF 9d ago
When should preschools submit details for relief staff to ONE@ECDA, and what is the processing time for the application?
Preschools are required to submit details of all relief staff, vendors and other non-permanent personnel to ONE@ECDA and obtain approval before they are deployed at the preschool. Preschools are encouraged to submit the applications in advance, once engagement or deployment of staff is confirmed. We will process these applications within 14 working days. You will receive a notification email once the application is approved.
MSF 9d ago
What should I do if my employment records in my ONE@ECDA profile are incorrect?
Please contact us at Contact@ecda.gov.sg with details of the changes and relevant supporting documents.
MSF 9d ago
Do preschools have to seek ECDA's approval for all personnel, including relief staff, vendors and other non-permanent personnel?
Preschools are required to submit particulars of individuals who: * Perform any duty or provide any educational service in the centre * Have close and/or direct contact with children for prolonged periods, i.e. not once-off
MSF 9d ago
Should preschools cover the cost of medical screening for relief staff, vendors or other non-permanent personnel?
As ECDA does not intervene in contractual agreement between the preschool and relief staff, vendors and other non-permanent personnel, preschools may refer to their own policies for this arrangement.
MSF 9d ago
What are the current precautionary measures against infectious diseases in preschools?
Preschools have in place measures to minimise the risk of transmission of infectious diseases (e.g. mpox, hand foot and mouth disease). These include health screenings for children/staff/visitors at arrival, ensuring good personal hygiene practices among children and staff, and carrying out regular cleaning and disinfection of premises. Staff and children who are unwell will not be allowed to enter the premises and can only return when they have fully recovered.�Preschools are reminded to be vigilant and maintain high standards of personal and environmental hygiene, in accordance with MOH�s �Infection Control Guidelines for Schools and Child Care Centres�.
MSF 9d ago