Child-friendly Space

Child-friendly Space Guideline Booklet

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Child-Friendly SPACe Guideline Booklet

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Child-friendly Space for Sansiri Construction Sites: the Beginning

The concept of the ‘Child-friendly space for Sansiri construction sites’ has been realised by Sansiri’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, “Sansiri Social Change”, which is an innovative approach to help, support, and develop the wellbeing of children in an inclusive and sustainable way.

Sansiri supports the end of child labour on construction sites, and to ensure that Sansiri’s business partners share the same vision, Sansiri has signed MOUs with contractors forbidding the exploi-tation of children through child labour. (Children is defined as persons below 18 years old.) Any breach of this agreement results in termination of contract. The stipulation is enforced throughout Sansiri’s construction process, including projects in upcountry areas.



• ToensurethatSansirimaintainsits stance as a business organi-sation that is friendly to children and is fully compliant with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

• Toworkwithbusinesspartnersto create a role model in estab-lishing the ‘Child-friendly space’ on construction sites

• To support children’s rights to play and have fun in their learning and development experiences

Child-friendly Space for Sansiri Construction Sites: the Purpose

• To support safe and Child-friendly spaces on construction sites to advance the wellbeing of children around the sites, and provide them with a safe place to play and learn

• Toprovidechildrenlivingcloseto construction sites with learn-ing and development opportuni-ties through a variety of learning media in a safe environment whereriskofaccidentsassociated with construction work are relatively low.



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Sansiri Projects with the ‘Child-friendly Space’



What is ‘Child-friendly Space’?

Child-friendly space is an initiative of Sansiri in collaboration with our construction partners. Under this initiative, a space is allocated within our construction sites for childrenofourconstructionworkers to use in safety.

Here, the children have access to learning and development opportunities in a safe environment through a variety of activities and lessons designed to help them takebasiccareof themselves,aswell as, to stimulate their learning competency at appropriate age levels.



Child-friendly Space for Sansiri Construction Sites: the objectives

To provide afamily platform where parents

are encouraged to be involved in the development of their children.

To providechildren withlearning anddevelopmentopportunities.

To be a safe place for children in

construction sites to learn and play.



of life in the future. The project places emphasis on the impor-tance of a safe environment for children to learn and develop in a sustainable way. This can help prevent many social problems in the long term.

Child-friendly Space for Sansiri Construction Sites: Why is it important?

The concept of the ‘Child-friendly space’ has been designed to contribute to developing people with good qualities for society, by helping to provide a good ‘child-hood’ for them. The stage of life from newborn to 6 years of age is the period of ‘childhood’ and it is the time during which a child’s brain cells produce their fastest development. So, if we want these children to become well-adjusted adults with good personal quali-ties, it is essential thatwemakeefforts to nurture their childhood development, physically, emotion-ally and morally.

The project ‘Child-friendly space for Sansiri construction sites’ is regarded as a great and most worthwhile contribution to society by Sansiri. It demonstrates ourgenuine commitment to providing a better basis for improved quality



Come, join us in creating ‘good people’ for future society!

Construction contractors who participate in the ‘Child-friendly space’ initiative play an important role in ensuring its success. Con-tractorsbegintheirworkbycom-piling a list of all children with-in the construction site (details on page 9), then promote the

the Future of these Childrenlies in your hands

‘Child-friendly space’ among target families and parents. After that, contractors begin the construction of the ‘Child-friendly space’ within the site. And last but not least, once the construction is finished, the contractors are responsible for managing the ‘Child-friendly space’ to contribute to the wellbeing of the children and their families.



Benefits of the ‘Child-friendly space’ for contractors

• Enhanced quality of life. Con-structionworkerfamiliesprefertoworkinplaceswithcleanandsafe living quarters, and those which provide the wellbeing and basic education opportunities their children need.

• Lower accident risks for the children of construction workers.

• More effective workforce. With the ‘Child-friendly space’, female workers with children can concentrate on theirwork andbe sure that their children will be cared for.

• Lower electricity costs. The electricity used will be much less during the daytime because femaleworkersnolongerneedto stay in their quarters to care for their children.

• Better learning opportunities for children of construction workers. Quality of life for children in construction sites can be improved significantly if a similar approach as that of the ‘Child-friendly space’ is followed and implemented in other construction sites.



The construction specifications of the ‘Child-friendly space’ have been designed with ‘child safety’ in mind.

• Construction structure: Secureand strong. Protected with afence,withlocksonalldoors.

• Fence:1.2metreshigh• Floor: should bemade of pol-

ished concrete or floor surfaces which are easy to clean and safe for crawling toddlers.

• Toilets: equipped with toilet fittings suitable for children.

Child-friendly Space for Sansiri Construction Sites: Construction Specifications

• Wash bas in : spec i f i ca l ly designed for children to promote personal hygiene

• Potablewater:shouldbeprovided with clean containers ‘Child- friendly space’ sign: shouldbeplaced prominently along with signage of sponsors

• ‘Child-friendly space’ location:should be in a safe area with good air ventilation and away fromconstructionrisks.Itshouldalso be in an easily accessible areaneartoconstructionworkers’ quarters.



The following tools, fittings and equipment are to be made available within the compound of the ‘Child-friendly space’.

Components of the ‘Child-friendly Space’

• Awhiteboardorblackboard

• Aceilingfanandproperventilation

• Welllit

• Poweroutletswithprotectivecovers

• Awashbasin,handsoapandatowel

• Afirst-aidkitwithbasicmedicines

• A drinkingwater dispenserwith drinkingcups (one for each child)

• Foldabledesksorlongdesksandbenches

• Bookshelvesandbooksforchildren

• Shelvesforshoes,toysandplaymaterials

• Matsforsittingonthefloor

• Educationalposters



• Compileanupdatedlistofallchildrenunder18 years within the construction site, and dividethembyage,genderandspokenlan-guage.

• Keepadaily recordofchildrenvisiting the‘Child-friendly space’.

• Arrangeaproperclassroomtimetableforallsubjects taught.

• Providesufficientstationery,suchas,pencils,coloured pencils, crayons, paper and note-booksandtoys,suchas,playdough.

• ProvidenecessaryteachingtoolssuchasABCposters, mathematics posters, calculation posters and support materials.

• Organise recreationalactivities forchildrensuch as exercises and the viewing of appro-priate cartoons and movies.

The following are necessary procedures in operating a ‘Child-friendly space’ to stimulate appropriate child development.

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When planning activities for children in the Child-friendly space, important things to consider include age ranges, age differences, education levels, spoken languages and thenumber of children in each construction site. Main activities include language classes aimed at teaching them to be able to read and write in Thai and any other local dialect; the fostering of basic healthy habits and good personal care practices;how tokeep thingscleanand tidy;how to contribute to good environment; proper eating habits to keep a nutritional balance;and, understanding basic disciplines. More informationonChildDevelopmentMilestonesatdifferentagerangescanbefoundonPagexof this document.

Activities Programme



Type of Activity

Creative

** Source: Child-friendly spaces in emergencies: A Handbook for Save the Children Staff – UNICEF

‘Child-friendly Space’ Activities for Children

ExamplesDrawing, claymoulding, aswell as,making collages, dolls, puppets,greetingcardsfromdriedflowers,bookmarksfromwastematerialsPurpose – How it helps children• Helpschildrentoexpresstheirfeelingsandideas• Externalisesemotions,promotesunderstanding,self-esteem,

and empathy• Promotescreativityandrespectfortheresourcesavailableby

using local materials or materials from nature What we can do• Guidechildrenwithatheme–theirfamily,themountains,the

ocean/beach, nature, etc. • Organisedisplaysandinviteparents/communitymembersto

see them



** ทมา Child-friendly spaces in emergencies: A Handbook for Save the Children Staff – UNICEF

Type of Activity

imaginativeExamplesDance,theatre/drama,music,singing,roleplayactingperformances (dance, drama, singing) Purpose – How it helps children• Developcreativeandsocialskills,copingskills,self-esteem• Helps childrenunderstandwhat happened/happens in their

lives as they act out experiences • Creates fun& relaxation, andpromotes teamspirit& active

participationWhat we can do• Invitecommunitymemberstoperformandholdworkshopswith

the children • Organiseperformancesforthecommunity




Type of Activity

PhysicalExamplesFootball,volleyball,handball,localtraditionalchildren’sgamesPurpose – How it helps children• Developsselfconfidence• Builds relationships and teamwork skills – interactionwith

peers, rules, and cooperation • Developsmotorskills,muscles, coordination What we can do• Designatespecificsafeareasforsportsandgames• Holdsportscompetitions




Type of Activity

CommunicativeExamplesStorytelling–books/oral,reading,storytime,conversationtime,discussion groups Purpose – How it helps children• Helpschildrenexpressfeelinginwordswithoutpersonalising• Appreciateslocalcultureandtradition• DevelopsimaginationWhat we can do• Haveastorytellinghour,encouragechildrentomakeupstories• Startastorywithonesentenceandaskthechildrentocontinue

(add on) to the story.




Type of Activity

ManipulativeExamplesPuzzles,buildingblocks,boardgamesPurpose – How it helps children• Improvesproblem-solvingskills• Buildsself-esteemandCooperationWhat we can do• Childrencanworkaloneoringroups• Setasideaquietarea



There are usually children of different age ranges in a construction site so it is important to understand a child’s natural development at different stages of life so that appropriate development programs can be designed to respond to their needs and interests.

Child development Milestones



Development milestones• Learntousemusclesindifferentbodyparts• Thisisthetimewhenbraincellsdevelopatthefastestrate.• Learntooperateallthefivesenses–seeing,smelling,tasting,

hearing and touching. • Learntounderstandstorytelling,poemsandrhymingofwords.• Learntoremembernewwords.• Learnfrompictorialbooks.• Learntoimitatemovements,speechesandbehaviourofadults.• Liketoplayalone.Evenwhenputwithotherchildren,theystill

prefer to play on their own. Recommended diet• Breastfeedingonlyforthefirst6months• After 6months, smashedbananasor lightporridges canbe

introduced to teach how to chew food. • Aftertwoyears,theyarereadytoeatlikeanadult,butmake

sure they eat with the right nutritional balance. Recommended activities• Playwithcolourfulhangingtoys.• Playwithsound-makingtoys.• Playwithwoodenblocksofdifferentshapesandsizes.• Learntopaint.• Playwithmusic.• Storytellingorpoemreading.

0-5 Yrs

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Development milestones• Bodymusclescanfunctiontoservemultiplepurposes• Abletouseimaginationmorecreatively.Likelisteningtofictional

stories with surreal characters such as angels and demons. • Liketoimitatebehaviourofadults.• Liketodothingsthesamewayandarereluctanttotrynewthings.• Abletotakemoreresponsibilities.• LikewatchingTVandmovies,listeningtoradio.• Understandgenderdifferencesbetweenboysandgirls,butstill

willing to play together. Recommended diet• DeveloptherighthabitofeatingtheFiveFoodGroupstokeep

the right nutritional balance. • Drinkmilkandcleanwater.• Childrenthisagelikesnacksandsoftdrinks.Thisshouldbekepttotheminimumtopreventfutureproblemssuchastoothdecay and obesity

Recommended activities• Learntoreadandwriteobjectively.• Learnbasicmathematics• Learntoplaysportssuchasfootball,badminton,basketball.• Learntopaint.• PlaywithjigsawsorLegoblocks• Claymoulding. •Watchcartoonsandmoviesforkids.

6-11 Yrs

Age ranges



Development milestones• Findithardtotakecriticismsbutliketo criticise others. • Appreciatebeingtreatedlikeadults.• Girlsthisagearemorematurethantheirmalepeers.• Areemotionallysensitive.Liketodothingstheyloveandare

resistant to do things they don’t. • Begintoshowinterestinmagazinesandnewspapers.• Boysandgirls thisagetendtomixwith friendsof thesamegender.Boysmaybe interested in sportsandsciencewhilegirlsmayshowinterestinnovelsandhousework.

Recommended diet• MaintainthehabitofeatingfoodinalltheFiveFoodGroups.• Milk is still recommended to help strengthen the bone

structure. • Alwayseatcleanandwell-cookedfood.Recommended activities• Readyouth literature aswell as fantasy and science-fiction

novels.• Readavarietyofgoodbooks.• Learntoroleplay.• Learntocreatehandicrafts.• Learntoconductbasicscientifictests.

12-14 Yrs

Age ranges



Development milestones• Getreadytobecomeyoungadults.• Friendshaveinfluenceontheirdecisions.• Aremoreopentorationaldiscussionswith parents. • Abletoanalyseabstractconcepts• Abletodependontheirownself.• Begintoshowinterestincareer development and their future.• BegindatingfriendsoftheoppositegenderRecommended diet• MaintainthehabitofeatingfoodinalltheFiveFoodGroups.• Focusonproteinandcarbohydrateintakestobuildenergyand

muscles. • Avoidthebadhabitsofalcoholdrinkingandsmoking..Recommended activities• Learntotakefullresponsibilitiesinworktheyareassignedto,

such as supervising their younger brothers or sisters. • Learntodevelopcareer-relatedskills.• Learntodevelopinterpersonalandopinion-makingskills,as

well as, to respect opinions of others.

15-18 Yrs

Age ranges



• Theareaistobeusedprimarily for organising activities that promote the lear ning and development of children, as well as, ensuring their safety.

• Theareaisopenfrom08.00A.M.to 06.00 P.M. or times can be adjusted to suit different require- ments in each location.

do! don’t!

• Allocateasafeandfriendlyspace for children within construction sites.

• Arrange activities thatmatchthe development and interests of children.

• Acquire collaboration from allparties concerned to establish the ‘Child-friendly space’ for better quality of life of children in construction sites

• Unauthorisedindividualsarenotallowed in the ‘Child-friendly space’.

• Theareamustbestrictlyfreefromsmoking, alcoholic beverages,drugsandotherkindsofimproperand illegal usage.

• Theareaisnottobeusedforany other purpose or for personal use.

• Maintainingproperandfriendlybehaviour towards each other is expected while using the area.

• Alwayscleantheareaafteruse.• The areamust be strictly freefromsmoking,alcoholicbever-ages, drugsandotherkindsofimproper and illegal usage.

rules and regulations for using Child-friendly Spaces for Sansiri Construction Sites



What’s in Sansiri ‘Child-friendly Space’ kit?

Bannerssupportingtheendofchildlabourhavebeen put up at construction sites of Sansiri and its subsidiaries to demonstrate the commitment of Sansiri and its construction partners, as well asUNICEF tocampaignagainstchild labour.Moreover, Sansiri’s business partners have been encouraged to implement the ‘Child-friendly space’ in their construction sites for better safety and quality of life for children living in and near construction sites.

Inthisregard,Sansirihasputtogetheracom-plete ‘Child-friendly space’Kit as a step-by-step guideline for interested partners to follow. TheKitconsistsofthefollowingcomponents.



1. Child-friendly Space Guideline BookletTheGuidelineBooklet, availableboth inThai andEnglish, clearlyspecifies in detail how to establish an effective and sustainable ‘Child-friendly space’.

This step-by-step guide includes Child Protection Plan, Child ActivitiesGuide,ChildDevelop-ment Milestones, as well as, rules and regulations for using the Child-friendly space.

2. Study Fundamental learningandchild-development tools to be featured in the ‘Child-friendly space’ include practice sets forwritingA-B-Cand basic numbers, bilingual storybooks, jigsaws,paintbooks,drawing practice sets, UNICEF bilingual posters, pencils, coloured pencils, pens, whiteboard pens and brushes, pencil sharpeners, erasers and crayons.

3. Play Skill-development toys includefootballs, table-tennis sets, volleyballs, balloons, balloon hand pumps, jumping ropes and finger puppets.

4. First-Aid EachChild-friendly space is tobe equipped with basic health-conscious products such as anti-bacteria hand-wash gel, hand soap, medical plasters, bandages, anti-bacteria alcohol, cotton pads, saline solution, as well as, house-holdmedicines suchasBetadineandVicksVapoRub.



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