Daycare Sanitation and Cleaning Log
Consistent sanitation practices are essential to preventing illness in childcare settings. Young children's immune systems are developing, making proper cleaning and disinfection critical. This log helps daycare staff document cleaning tasks, verify use of appropriate products, and maintain compliance with CDC CFOC standards and state licensing sanitation requirements.
- Industry: Childcare and Education
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: Ongoing throughout day
- Role: Lead Teacher / Facilities Staff
- Total Items: 31
Classroom and Play Area Cleaning
Document classroom cleaning and disinfection tasks.
- Tables and play surfaces disinfected before and after meals/snacks?
- Mouthed toys sanitized between uses and at end of day?
- Art supplies and sensory materials maintained in clean condition?
- Floors swept/vacuumed and mopped or sanitized at end of day?
- Cubbies and storage bins wiped down and organized?
- Rest mats and cots sanitized after each use?
Bathroom and Diaper Changing
Document bathroom and diaper area sanitation.
- Diaper changing surface disinfected between each diaper change?
- Toilets and bathroom surfaces disinfected at least twice daily?
- Handwashing sinks cleaned and disinfected daily?
- All bathroom supplies (soap, paper towels, toilet paper) restocked?
- Soiled diapers disposed in covered, foot-operated trash container?
Kitchen and Food Preparation Areas
Document kitchen sanitation tasks.
- Food preparation surfaces cleaned and sanitized before and after use?
- High chairs and booster seats cleaned and sanitized after each meal?
- Dishes, cups, and utensils properly washed (heat sanitize or dishwasher)?
- Refrigerator temperature checked and recorded (35-40F / 1.7-4.4C)?
- All food items properly stored, labeled, and within expiration dates?
Cleaning Product Safety
Verify safe use and storage of cleaning products.
- Only EPA-registered disinfectants used in childcare setting?
- All cleaning products locked in storage inaccessible to children?
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accessible for all cleaning products used?
- Required disinfectant contact/dwell time followed per product label?
- Bleach or cleaning solutions diluted correctly per guidelines?
Waste Management and Laundry
Document waste disposal and laundry tasks.
- All trash cans emptied and relined in all rooms?
- Blood and bodily fluid incidents cleaned up with appropriate biohazard procedures?
- Soiled linens, bibs, and clothing handled and laundered per policy?
- Outdoor trash collected and animal waste removed from play areas?
- No evidence of pest activity; pest control current?
Weekly Deep Cleaning Tasks
Document weekly deep cleaning completion.
- Full toy library washed and sanitized weekly?
- Sleep mats, cots, and bedding sanitized or laundered weekly?
- Dress-up clothes and fabric items washed weekly?
- Refrigerator cleaned and organized weekly?
- Weekly deep cleaning tasks documented in sanitation log?
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Why Use This Daycare Sanitation and Cleaning Log?
This daycare sanitation and cleaning log helps childcare and education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for lead teacher / facilities staff professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Daycare Sanitation and Cleaning Log cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 6 sections: Classroom and Play Area Cleaning, Bathroom and Diaper Changing, Kitchen and Food Preparation Areas, Cleaning Product Safety, Waste Management and Laundry, Weekly Deep Cleaning Tasks. It is designed for childcare and education operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately Ongoing throughout day.
Who should use this Daycare Sanitation and Cleaning Log?
This checklist is designed for Lead Teacher / Facilities Staff 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.