Correction

Children must be supervised when visiting a 'Pick Your Own' operation, at farmers' markets or any type of farm.

Additional Guidelines and Recommendations

• Policies are in place for supervision of children in groups (e.g. school tours)^1,2,3 and employees are trained on these policies.
• Signs are posted indicating the rules/instructions.
• Guests are informed not to consume unwashed produce.
• Handwashing facilities are provided for guests to wash their hands after handling produce.
• Signs indicate that the handwashing station is not to be used to wash produce.
• If an area is provided for guests to wash produce:
  • It is a separate station from the handwashing station.
  • It uses potable water, suitable for drinking.
• All walkways are well maintained, smooth and free of trip hazards and garbage.
• Adequate parking, signage and other safety strategies are in place for visitors.

Resources

• ¹ Child Supervision Informational Handout
• ² Child Supervision Policy Template
• ³ Teacher-Child Ratio Chart