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It sets out the minimum requirements of these premises under the National Quality Framework (NQF).\nCompliance with the NQF is assessed by the Regulatory Authority. In particular, the premises are carefully evaluated when service approval is sought. It is an offence to operate a LDC service or kindergarten without service approval from the Regulatory Authority. Information about applying for service approval is here: \u0013 HYPERLINK \"http://www.vic.gov.au/approval-process-early-childhood-services\" \u0014www.vic.gov.au/approval-process-early-childhood-services\u0015.\nAim of this guidance\nThe aim of this document is to support the development of safe, thoughtfully designed environments that allow delivery of quality education and care in LDC and kindergartens. Appropriate design of premises is critical to keeping children safe and maximising children’s educational and developmental opportunities. On the other hand, poor design and low-quality physical environments can have negative and detrimental impacts on children.\nEnsuring premises meet the requirements set out in this document will assist those seeking service approval for those premises. This is important because a service cannot operate without service approval from the Regulatory Authority.\nStructure of this guidance\nThis document is divided into 6 sections. Importantly, the first section about safety and supervision applies to all aspects of a service and is to be read in conjunction with each of the other sections:\nFundamental requirements: safety and supervision\nSites and location\nUsing existing or multi-storey buildings\nRequirements of the building\nOutdoor requirements\nMaterials, furniture and equipment requirements\nLegislation and the Regulatory Authority\nThe NQF consists of the following legislation:\nEducation and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law),\nEducation and Care Services National Regulations (National Regulations),\nNational Quality Standard and the associated assessment and quality rating process.\nIn Victoria, the NQF is regulated by the Regulatory Authority. The Secretary of the Victorian Department of Education is the Regulatory Authority of education and care services in Victoria and the integrated sector regulator of the Child Safe Standards under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005. Additionally, the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) provides support and guidance for the sector with the aim of improving outcomes for children.\nRelated Resources\nThis document only covers the requirements of the NQF. There are likely to be many other requirements to consider when building or designing premises for LDC or kindergarten. For example, the National Construction Code, local overlays or zoning laws, the Disability Discrimination Act and WorkSafe legislation may all be relevant and important to understand.\nThe following resources may assist with understanding and implementing the NQF:\nACECQA \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/about/guide\" \u0014Guide to the NQF\u0015 (Available at: \u0013 HYPERLINK \"http://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/about/guide\" \u0014www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/about/guide\u0015).\nACECQA information sheets (available from \u0013 HYPERLINK \"http://www.acecqa.gov.au/resources/supporting-materials/infosheet\" \u0014www.acecqa.gov.au/resources/supporting-materials/infosheet\u0015) such as:\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.acecqa.gov.au/media/37946\" \u0014Providing Appropriate Outdoor Space\u0015\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.acecqa.gov.au/media/33241\" \u0014Inclusive environments\u0015\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.acecqa.gov.au/media/27291\" \u0014Babies and outdoor play\u0015\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.acecqa.gov.au/media/32356\" \u0014NQF Design Considerations for Centre Based Early Childhood Education and Care Services in Multi-storey Buildings\u0015\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https","cbCaieszogh9MxtS","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaieszogh9MxtS","docx",160043,23,"English","# Overview\n## Who this guidance is for\n## Aim of this guidance\n## Structure of this guidance\n# Fundamental requirements: safety and supervision\n## Safety\n## Compliance and assessment","[{\"question\":\"Who is this premises requirements guidance intended for?\",\"answer\":\"It is intended for approved providers, designers, and developers seeking to establish a long day care (LDC) service or a kindergarten, including new builds or renovations.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is service approval required before operating?\",\"answer\":\"Operating an LDC service or kindergarten without service approval from the Regulatory Authority is an offence, and premises are evaluated when approval is sought.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the key focus of the fundamental requirements section?\",\"answer\":\"The first section focuses on safety and supervision, explaining that these are outcome-focused requirements that can be met in different ways while ensuring children are safe and adequately supervised.\"}]","Premises Requirements for long day care and kindergarten - Safety and supervision guidance | DOCX",1788290913,8]