Childcare Daily Health Screening Checklist [FREE PDF]
Childcare staff use this checklist for daily child health screening per AAP health assessment guidelines and CFOC Standard 3.1.1 daily health check requirements for arriving children.
- Industry: Childcare
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 5-10 minutes
- Role: Lead Teacher / Health Designee
- Total Items: 8
- Compliance: AAP Health Assessment Guidelines, CFOC 3.1.1
Arrival Health Screening
Conduct visual health check of each child at arrival.
- Are children observed for signs of illness (fever, rash, lethargy, discharge)?
- Are children meeting exclusion criteria (vomiting, diarrhea, fever 101°F+) sent home?
- Are any new bruises, injuries, or concerning marks noted and documented?
- Arrival screening notes
Illness Management & Communication
Manage illness situations and communicate with families.
- Is a supervised isolation area available for children who become ill during the day?
- Are parents notified promptly when a child shows signs of illness?
- Are reportable illnesses communicated to local health department per requirements?
- Illness management notes
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Why Use This Childcare Daily Health Screening Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This childcare daily health screening checklist [free pdf] helps childcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for lead teacher / health designee professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with AAP Health Assessment Guidelines, CFOC 3.1.1. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Childcare Daily Health Screening Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?
This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Arrival Health Screening, Illness Management & Communication. It is designed for childcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
Who should use this Childcare Daily Health Screening Checklist [FREE PDF]?
This checklist is designed for Lead Teacher / Health Designee professionals in the childcare 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.