Daily Childcare Safety Checklist

Use this childcare safety checklist to ensure that the school is safe by conducting checks before students arrive at the beginning of each day.

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Classroom
Date and Time of Inspection
Inspected by
Location

Classroom

Program is smoke free.
All entrances/exits are kept clear of clutter, snow, ice, etc.
Staff purses and personal items are locked out of reach of children.
Hands are washed by staff and children upon arrival to classroom.
Each child has brief health check by classroom teacher (includes parent/caregiver communication).
Bleach solution is made daily, labeled and inaccessible to children.
All hygiene supplies are available (soap, paper towels, toilet paper, lined garbage can, warm water).
Area is generally clean and clutter-free (garbage emptied, floors swept, toys and work space, bathroom clean).
All chemicals are locked/out of reach of children.
Air fresheners are not used.
All electrical outlets are covered.
Furniture and equipment is in good repair (check for broken toys, accessories, wrinkled/disrepair rugs/carpet).
Heavy toys/items are stored on lowest shelf.
Window cords are adjusted to prevent strangulation.
Children’s personal/nap items are kept separated (use of cubbies, bags, or storage containers).
Tables and chairs are not stacked while children are present.
Playground and equipment is checked for garbage, standing water and other hazards before use.
Diapering supplies are gathered and within reach before beginning (including a lined and covered foot operated garbage can).
Cots/cribs are placed 3 ft apart or have barrier and assigned to a specific child or cleaned and sanitized after each use.
Approved safety gates are used on stairways, if necessary.
Screens, in good repair/secure and used in open windows and doors.
First aid kit is available in each room/appropriately stocked.