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Conducted on
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Prepared by
Residence/Venue
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House/Venue is more than 7 years old ( if no, evidence of building permits and certificate of occupancy is required to be scanned and attached)
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All patios, pergolas and extensions are more than 7 years old ( if no, evidence of building permits and certificate of occupancy must be scanned and attached)
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Is this house/venue a rental property, if so a letter of permission to operate a business from the property must be obtained from land lord or real estate.
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Building Permit form given out, to be completed and collected
Front of House
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House number is easily identifiable
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Front door or security door is lockable, key is accessible if required
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There are no obvious dangers present such as thorny or poisonous plants, slippery paths or steps, over hanging branches, tripping hazards or poor lighting at night ( please list if applicable)
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Door bell or door knocker available to ensure parents or staff can be heard if they arrive
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Front of house is clean, tidy and welcoming to families
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There is safe parking for families
Fire And Emergency
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Emergency Evacuation plans are at each exit
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All emergency contact numbers known, are on emergency contact sheet
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There is a fire blanket attached to a surface for easy access or an extinguisher close by
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Visitors book is available
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<br>Emergency evacuation drills are practiced quarterly (3 venue and 1 offsite) discuss?
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Children’s emergency management plans are located with the child’s enrolment as well as being accessible to emergency services if required (discuss)
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All smoke alarms are tested and are working
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Heating and cooling are adequate, well maintained and safe (please list heating and cooling options)
Laundry
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this occur)?
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Room safe and uncluttered if used
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Poisons, chemicals, cleaning products, washing detergents etc inaccessible
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Change table safe and safety strap used where provided
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Power points used or covered and not overloaded
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Curtain or blind cords are secured or up high and not a choking risk
Lounge/ Play Area 1
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All equipment in the room is safe, meets Australian Standards, has instructions, is clean and fit for purpose (complete Equipment check)
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Carpet and mats are not a tripping hazard
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Curtain and blind cords are inaccessible or secured
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There is easy exit in case of emergency
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Bean bags are inaccessible to children
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All sliding doors are wedged open or closed to avoid finger entrapment
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All small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Power points are used or covered and not overloaded
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All alcohol, cigarettes, matches etc are inaccessible to children
Bathroom and Toilet
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this be done)?
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There is individual hand towels or paper towel available for children to dry their hands
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Electrical power points are away from basins or covered
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Bathroom is clean and safe with no slippery surfaces
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Hot taps are inaccessible to children or are set at a temperature of 50 degrees by a licensed plumber ( evidence must be on file)
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Plugs are inaccessible to children to avoid drowning
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All electrical equipment is inaccessible to children
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All chemicals, medicines, sharps, cleaning products, perfumes, makeup etc is inaccessible to children
Extra Room
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
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Bedding set up, location and linen meets Red Nose guidelines
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Small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Medicines, perfumes and cosmetics are inaccessible
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Curtain and blind cords are secured and do not pose a strangulation risk
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Sliding doors or wardrobes are wedged or protected to avoid finger entrapment or crushing
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Windows are secure to avoid escape or falls<br>
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Power points are in use or covered and not overloaded <br>
Kitchen and Dining
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this occur?)
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Microwave ovens are inaccessible to children or secured shut
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Back burners are used when cooking with pot handles turned inwards
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Food preparation areas are clean and free from unnecessary clutter
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Chemicals, cleaning products and medicines are secured or inaccessible to children
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Dishwashers are clean with no outstanding residue
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There is easy exit in case of emergency
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Plastic bags, plastic wrap or garbage bags are inaccessible to children or secured
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Glass doors have decals at child’s height
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Table cloths are removed or secured to avoid heavy or hot item being pulled off the table
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Sharps including knives, scissors, graters, Vege peelers and skewers are secured or made inaccessible to children
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Child sized table and chairs are available
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If bin is accessible to children it is clean, lined and secured with a lid
Bedroom
Bedroom 1
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this occur?)
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
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Bedding set up, location and linen meets Red Nose guidelines
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Small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Medicines, perfumes and cosmetics are inaccessible
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Curtain and blind cords are secured and do not pose a strangulation risk
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Sliding doors or wardrobes are wedged or protected to avoid finger entrapment or crushing
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Windows are secure to avoid escape or falls<br>
Bedroom Adult
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this occur)?
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Ensuite is inaccessible ( how will this occur)?
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Walk in wardrobe is inaccessible or safety checked for hazards
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
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Bedding set up, location and linen meets Red Nose guidelines
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Small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Medicines, perfumes and cosmetics are inaccessible
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Curtain and blind cords are secured and do not pose a strangulation risk
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Sliding doors or wardrobes are wedged or protected to avoid finger entrapment or crushing
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Windows are secure to avoid escape or falls<br>
Bedroom 2
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Room is inaccessible ( how will this occur)?
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
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Bedding set up, location and linen meets Red Nose guidelines
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Small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Medicines, perfumes and cosmetics are inaccessible
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Curtain and blind cords are secured and do not pose a strangulation risk
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Sliding doors or wardrobes are wedged or protected to avoid finger entrapment or crushing
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Windows are secure to avoid escape or falls<br>
Hallway
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
Bedroom 3
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Room is inaccessible (how will this occur?)
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Room is safe with minimal clutter
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Power points are in use, covered and not overloaded
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Bedding set up, location and linen meets Red Nose guidelines
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Small items are inaccessible to children under 2
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Medicines, perfumes and cosmetics are inaccessible
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Curtain and blind cords are secured and do not pose a strangulation risk
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Sliding doors or wardrobes are wedged or protected to avoid finger entrapment or crushing
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Windows are secure to avoid escape or falls<br>
Backyard
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Yard is safe and free from danger
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Fencing is secure with no exposed nails or large gaps
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Air conditioner units are inaccessible to children to avoid finger entrapment
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Power points are covered and not overloaded
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Stairs more than 2 risers must have a handrail on at least one side. Stairs more than 2 mts wider must have a hand rail on both sides. A porch or patio more than 1 mtr high must have a non scaleable balustrade. No more than 100mm between verticals rails
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Gates are secured to avoid escape or abduction
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All garden sheds, garages or tool sheds are locked or made inaccessible
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Ponds, water features or small water catchments are emptied or secured to avoid drowning
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There is adequate shade available
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Pools and spas have a current Certificate of Compliance
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Gas bottles on BBQs or outdoor heaters are disconnected or secure
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Trap doors are secured
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Play equipment is free from rust and good repair, cubby house doors are removed or secured open
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Large pots, bird baths or garden ornaments are secured or inaccessible to children
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Sandpits are covered when not in use and are regularly dug over and refilled
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Swing sets are secured to the ground to avoid tipping over
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There are no poisonous plants, dangerous branches or snail bait present in the garden
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Equipment over 500mm is on soft fall, thick grass or rubber matting (equipment over 1.2 mtrs is not allowed)
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Trampolines are inaccessible to children during FDC hours
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Pet faeces and cat litter is inaccessible to children
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Bird cages are inaccessible to children
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Outdoor blinds are at a safe height to avoid head injuries
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Glass accessible outdoors is filmed, safety glass or a solid barrier
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Hot water overflow is inaccessible to children
Pets
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Reptiles including snakes are inaccessible to children without adult supervision and parent permission
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Dogs and Cats are completely inaccessible to children
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Pet bedding, food bowls, medication, blankets, brushes etc is inaccessible
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Small animals accessed by children as part of a program, should be clean and healthy and accompanied by a risk assessment and strong hygiene practices
First Aid and EMP
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First Aid Kit List is given and completed before check is complete (photograph list of first aid items and expiry dates are attached)
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Blood spills procedure given out
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Emergency Evacuation Kit discussed and list given and completed before sign off. (Photograph of list with expiry dates to be attached)
Inaccessible Rooms in the House
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Please list what areas are inaccessible and how this occurs
Glass
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All glass below 1mt in homes is safety filmed, safety glass or covered by a solid barrier. (Evidence must be on file)<br>
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All furniture including but not limited to tables, tv cabinets, internal doors and display cabinets are safety glass, safety filmed or covered by a solid barrier
Guns and other weapons
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Any guns, ammunition, bows and arrows, swords or other large knives or weapons are inaccessible ( if on the property please list what and where and any licence or registration details)
Sleeping and Red Nose Guidelines
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Children over 18mths are transitioning from cots to mattreses
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Mattress is firm and right size for cots
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There is no additional mattress added to porta cot
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Cots are firm and not rickety with all clips working
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Cots are safe with no loose screws, rods, horizontal bars or climbable decorations
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No bumpers, heavy blankets, toys, bottles, door as, quilts, lambs wool etc in cots
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Children are encouraged to sleep on their back - bedclothes tucked tightly - sleeping bags have arm holes
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Children are not overheated, top layer removed, no bibs, hoods or dummies on long ribbons
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Cots are made up following Red Nose guidelines
