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| Safety Pays
Dividends. |
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injuries and property damage result from simple oversight. You
should establish a regular inspection schedule to focus your staff’s attention and
deal with situations before they become problems. Here is
an easy, systematic way for you to prevent most of them. |
There are seven
basic areas:
Classroom, Office, Playground, Kitchen/Laundry/Storage,
Restrooms, Vehicle, Outside.
All areas should be inspected
using these forms at least once a week. Heavy use areas like bathrooms and play areas
should be inspected at least daily. Obviously, inspections
are on-going by yourself, staff and parents; this format will assist you. Print
it and try it. |
| Each area should
have its own inspection and completed form. The individual who completes the
inspection should sign and date it for your files. If a teacher is in charge of a
particular classroom or area, that teacher can complete that inspection; or, your director
can document that all areas are being personally inspected. |
| Any items marked
FIX IT should be
corrected immediately. |
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Classroom |
OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Smoke/Fire detectors work |
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| Fire exits are properly marked |
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| Emergency escape route is properly posted |
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| Walking surfaces are dry and even. |
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| Emergency lighting operates properly. |
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| Floor has no loose tiles or torn carpets |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Lights all work. |
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| Chairs are sturdy and legs are even. |
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| Shelving is secured to the wall. |
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| Toys are in good condition and safe for use. |
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Office |
OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Smoke/Fire detectors work |
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| Fire exits are properly marked |
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| Emergency escape route is properly posted |
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| Walking surfaces are dry and even. |
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| Emergency lighting operates properly. |
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| Floor has no loose tiles or torn carpets |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Lights all work. |
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| Chairs are sturdy and legs are even. |
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| Shelving is secured to the wall. |
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| First Aid supplies are in order |
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| Licenses are posted |
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| Operating hours are posted |
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| Admissions policy is posted |
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| Emergency Phone numbers are posted |
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| Food Service Menu is posted |
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| Child Abuse Pamphlet is posted |
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| Keys are accounted for |
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| Review Deposits: Collecteds/Uncollectables |
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| All checks stamped: For Deposit Only |
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| Past 7 days Sign In/Sign Out records in
order |
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Playground
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OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Extinguisher Service Tag is current |
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| Emergency Escape route is posted |
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| Walking surfaces are dry and even |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Outside lights all work |
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| Seating facilities are sturdy and even |
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| Ground cover is distributed around climbing
equipment |
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| No loose bolts, screws or nails on toys or
equipment |
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| Electrical service panel door is closed |
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| Service panel door is unobstructed |
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| Access under building is inaccessible. |
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| Trash cans are covered |
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| No thorny or toxic plants in area |
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Kitchen/Laundry/Storage
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OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| No greasy, dirty, cluttered surfaces |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Extinguisher Service Tag is current |
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| Emergency Escape route is posted |
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| Walking surfaces are dry and even |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Lights all work |
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| Detergent, bleach, etc are secured in
child-proof cabinets |
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| Doors are kept closed to limit access to
children |
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| Foods labeled with freshness dates to
prevent food poisoning |
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| Chemical/Cleaners isolated from food
processing areas. |
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Restroom
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OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| No greasy, dirty, cluttered surfaces |
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| Extinguishers are properly mounted |
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| Extinguisher Service Tag is current |
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| Emergency Escape route is posted |
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| Walking surfaces are dry and even |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Lights all work |
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| Paper Products are available |
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| Waste receptacles are adequate |
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| Toilet seats are secure and clean |
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| Water closets are drip-free |
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| Faucets work freely and turn off 100% |
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| Sinks drain quickly |
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| Cleaning agents are locked in child-proof
cabinets |
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Outside
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OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| Outside lights all work |
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| Fences are intact and functional. |
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| Stairways and railings are secure |
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| Landscape does not interfere with foot
traffic |
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| Driveway/Parking area is debris-free |
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| 10MPH sign is posted in child pick up area |
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| Gates self-latch correctly |
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| Unused electrical outlets are covered |
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| Garbage cans/Dumpsters are covered or closed |
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| Storm drains are debris-free |
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| Standpipes/Fire hoses are unobstructed |
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| Fire hoses are properly racked |
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| All exterior doors & windows are locked
and/or alarmed after closing. |
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| Mats or rainy day equipment for wet floors
are available when needed. |
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Vehicle |
OK |
FIX IT |
| General Appearance is clean and safe |
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| First Aid kit is stocked and on board. |
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| Completed permission slips are on file. |
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| Windows are clean |
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| Mirrors are functional. |
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| Headlights, Tail lights, side lights work |
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| Brake lights work |
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| Doors lock and unlock correctly. |
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| Seats are secure |
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| Appropriate passenger safety restraints are
available for all passengers |
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| Tires appear properly inflated and have
adequate tread |
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| No apparent ventilation problems |
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| No apparent mechanical problems |
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| Brakes work |
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