After-School Program Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]

After-school program coordinators use this checklist for program safety per state school-age child care licensing requirements and CFOC standards for school-age care environments.

  • Industry: Childcare / Education
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Role: Program Coordinator
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: State School-Age Licensing, CFOC Standards

Arrival & Child Accountability

Verify child check-in and accountability procedures.

  • Are all children signed in by authorized staff upon arrival from school?
  • Is the authorized pickup list current and photo IDs verified for unknown adults?
  • Are staff-to-child ratios maintained per licensing for school-age groups?
  • Arrival and accountability notes

Activity & Environment Safety

Inspect activity areas and verify safety during programming.

  • Are activity areas free of hazards and age-appropriate materials available?
  • Is active supervision maintained with staff positioned to see all children?
  • Is the snack served safely with allergen awareness and handwashing?
  • Activity safety notes

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Why Use This After-School Program Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This after-school program safety checklist [free pdf] helps childcare / education teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for program coordinator professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with State School-Age Licensing, CFOC Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the After-School Program Safety Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Arrival & Child Accountability, Activity & Environment Safety. It is designed for childcare / education operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

Who should use this After-School Program Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for Program Coordinator professionals in the childcare / 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.

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