An ethical dilemma is a situation that will often involve an apparent conflict between moral imperatives, in which to obey one would result in transgressing another. This is also called an ethical paradox since in moral philosophy, paradox plays a central role in ethics debates. For instance, an ethical admonition to "love thy neighbour as thy self" is not always just in contrast with, but sometimes in contradiction to an armed neighbour actively trying to kill you: if he or she succeeds, you will not be able to love him or her. But to pre-emptively attack them or restrain them is not usually understood as loving. This is one of the classic examples of an ethical decision clashing or conflicting with an organismic decision, one that would be made only from the perspective of animal survival: an animal is thought to act only in its immediate perceived bodily self-interests when faced with bodily harm, and to have limited ability to perceive alternatives. –

Think about what we include into the childcare environment to include cultural diversity. Such as:

- Singing songs in different languages.
- Adding foods on the menu from different cultures.
- Providing different costumes from different countries for the children to dress up in.
- Providing resources and equipment that promote different culture. For e.g. adding multicultural foods in home corner, using multicultural dolls during play time, displaying posters that promote cultural diversity.
- Reading stories which include images from different countries.

You could use the above examples to discuss why we need to include cultural diversity in early childhood... promoting respect, being inclusive of all, having an anti-bias attitude. - See more at:

Assignment 2:

1) Who would you report these issues to? How would you raise the issues to ensure ohs principles apply.

I would report these issues to the centre director. I would explain what I had observed with the 2 staff members not wearing gloves and what hygiene issues that can cause. I would also mention about the inadequate lighting in the store room and that it can cause a potential hazard which may arise. For e.g. staff not looking where there going, tripping over things etc.

2) Write at least two paragraphs explaining when and how you could contribute to workplace occupational health and safety discussions, including working with less experienced members of the workgroup.

If you noticed a potential hazard in the workplace then it should be raised to all that is put at risk. Depending on the centre many select a member of staff to be a oh&s officer. If you do find a hazard in the work place this is to be reported to the oh&s officer. The oh&s officer will determine how dangerous it is, the potential danger and a solution to try and get fixed. There are often times when there will be opportunities to attend workshops and then you report back to your centre about the information you gathered. This will allow you to gain knowledge in oh&s matters and begin to report what you observe around the centre.

When working with less experienced members of the workgroup it's ideal to mention and point out and oh&s issues that may arise. Such as wearing correct shoes, mopping up spills, checking environment for dangerous equipment. It's important to make others aware of the potential hazards and coming up with a solution to try and minimize the risk for all of those involved. - See more at: http://www.aussiechildcarenetwork.com/certificate3-assignments/just-a-little-help-with-finishing-my-cert-3-please-t224.html#sthash.xGxGvMht.dpuf

Why do you think it is so important that every single worker in children's services has a clear understanding of OHS guidlines and legislation?

It is important that every single worker in children's services has a clear understanding of OHS guidlines and legislation because OHS involves the health and safety of yourself, other staff, children, parents and any visitors to the centre. It is important to notify the OHS rep of any hazards you come across so they can be risk assessed and dealt with appropriately to protect the health and safety of everyone who enters the centre from illness, harm or injury.