Childcare Emergency Supply Kit and Go-Bag Inspection
Childcare emergency preparedness requires maintaining ready-to-go supply kits for evacuations and extended sheltering. This inspection ensures emergency supplies are complete, not expired, and organized for rapid deployment during any type of emergency.
- Industry: Childcare and Education
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 45 minutes
- Role: Safety Coordinator / Center Director
- Total Items: 32
Evacuation Go-Bag
Inspect primary evacuation go-bag contents.
- Go-bag is sturdy, clearly labeled, and stored in accessible location?
- Current child roster and emergency contacts list in bag?
- Flashlight with fresh batteries?
- Stocked first aid kit within go-bag or attached?
- Communication tool (cell phone, walkie-talkie) available for emergency?
- Whistle for signaling in evacuation?
Child-Specific Emergency Supplies
Verify supplies specific to enrolled children.
- Emergency medications (EpiPens, inhalers) for applicable children in kit or immediately accessible?
- List of children's medications, allergies, and medical conditions current?
- Diapers and wipes for enrolled diapered children?
- Formula or breast milk cooler for enrolled infants if applicable?
- Small comfort items or books for children during extended wait?
First Aid Supplies
Inspect first aid kit completeness and expiration.
- Assorted bandages including various sizes?
- Sterile gauze pads and rolled gauze?
- Antiseptic wipes or solution?
- Multiple pairs of disposable gloves?
- All first aid items within expiration date?
- Burn treatment supplies?
Water and Food Supplies
Verify water and food supplies for extended emergencies.
- Minimum 1 gallon water per person per day for 72 hours?
- All water bottles within expiration date?
- Non-perishable food for children for minimum 24 hours?
- Emergency food accommodates known food allergies in enrolled children?
- Infant nutrition needs addressed for enrolled infants?
Shelter and Comfort Supplies
Verify shelter and comfort supplies.
- Emergency blankets or light blankets for each person?
- Sanitation supplies (portable toilet or bags, toilet paper, hand sanitizer)?
- Supplies appropriate for local weather extremes?
- Child-appropriate activity materials for extended wait?
- Extra clothing in various sizes for children?
Documentation and Communication
Verify documentation and communication materials.
- Printed emergency contact list for all enrolled children and staff?
- Reunification site address and parent notification message ready?
- Local emergency services numbers printed (not relying on phone memory)?
- Kit inventory updated after this inspection?
- Next monthly inspection date scheduled?
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Why Use This Childcare Emergency Supply Kit and Go-Bag Inspection?
This childcare emergency supply kit and go-bag inspection helps childcare and education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety coordinator / center director professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Childcare Emergency Supply Kit and Go-Bag Inspection cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 6 sections: Evacuation Go-Bag, Child-Specific Emergency Supplies, First Aid Supplies, Water and Food Supplies, Shelter and Comfort Supplies, Documentation and Communication. It is designed for childcare and education operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 45 minutes.
Who should use this Childcare Emergency Supply Kit and Go-Bag Inspection?
This checklist is designed for Safety Coordinator / Center 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.