Daycare abuse and neglect are often unreported in the United States. There are various causes of injuries in a daycare setting, including:
A lack of supervision of the children
Defective or hazardous playground equipment and toys
Too many children for each daycare worker to properly care for
Unsanitary facilities
A lack of training and education for daycare workers
Negligent hiring practices by the daycare, including a failure to perform background checks
Not only can a child suffer from traumatic injuries due to the abuse and negligence of a daycare, but they can also suffer from malnutrition, as well as emotional and psychological harm. Daycares in Georgia are required to follow strict regulations as set forth by the Department of Early Care and Learning’s Bright from the Start agency.