5.7.0.3: Removal of Allergen Triggering Materials From Outdoor Areas

Outdoor areas should be kept free of excessive dust, weeds, brush, high grass, and standing water.

RATIONALE

Dust, weeds, brush, and high grass are potential allergens (1). Standing water breeds insects.

TYPE OF FACILITY

Center, Early Head Start, Head Start, Large Family Child Care Home, Small Family Child Care Home

REFERENCES

1. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. 2005. Allergy overview. http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&cont=82/.