After-School Program Emergency Preparedness Review
After-school programs face unique emergency challenges including school building sharing, transportation coordination, and contact with multiple schools' staff. This emergency preparedness review ensures all response plans, contact trees, and safety equipment are current and tested.
- Industry: Childcare and Education
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
- Role: Program Director
- Total Items: 30
Written Emergency Plan Review
Review the written emergency plan for completeness.
- Written emergency plan current and reviewed within past 12 months?
- Evacuation assembly sites and backup sites still valid?
- Parent reunification plan documented with location and communication method?
- Staff and parent communication tree updated with current phone numbers?
- Emergency plan coordinated with host school or building management if applicable?
Communication Systems
Verify emergency communication systems are functional.
- Program cell phone charged and tested?
- Backup communication method available if cell fails?
- Current parent contact list printed and stored in emergency kit?
- Emergency numbers (911, poison control, licensing) posted at program site?
- Communication protocol established with host school for shared emergencies?
Emergency Supplies and Equipment
Verify emergency supply kit is stocked and accessible.
- Emergency supply kit stocked with at least 72-hour supplies?
- First aid kit stocked and within expiration dates?
- Emergency medications for children (EpiPens, inhalers) in emergency kit?
- Flashlights with fresh batteries available?
- Portable copy of children's emergency contacts and health records?
Drill and Training Records
Review drill and staff training completion.
- Fire evacuation drills conducted on required schedule?
- Lockdown drills conducted?
- Severe weather shelter drills conducted?
- All staff trained on emergency procedures?
- Written drill records filed per licensing requirements?
Transportation Emergency Planning
Review emergency procedures specific to transportation.
- Transportation vehicle has emergency kit and first aid supplies?
- Driver trained on vehicle emergency procedures?
- Lost or missing child procedure documented and staff trained?
- Vehicle accident response plan documented?
- Children's emergency contact information on vehicle during all transports?
Program Continuity Planning
Verify continuity of operations planning.
- Plan for extended program closure (weather, disease outbreak, facility damage)?
- Alternate program site identified and agreement in place?
- Parent mass notification system for extended closures?
- Staff pay and benefits continuity plan for extended closures?
- Licensing agency notification procedure for extended closures known?
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Why Use This After-School Program Emergency Preparedness Review?
This after-school program emergency preparedness review helps childcare and education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for program director professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the After-School Program Emergency Preparedness Review cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Written Emergency Plan Review, Communication Systems, Emergency Supplies and Equipment, Drill and Training Records, Transportation Emergency Planning, Program Continuity Planning. It is designed for childcare and education operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 1-2 hours.
Who should use this After-School Program Emergency Preparedness Review?
This checklist is designed for Program Director professionals in the childcare and education industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.