Daycare/Child Care Center Inspection - FREE PDF
Inspect child care facilities for licensing compliance and safety.
- Industry: Child Care / Early Education
- Frequency: Monthly / Per licensing
- Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
- Role: Director / Licensing
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: State Child Care Licensing, NAEYC, Head Start
Pre-Inspection Verification
Verify conditions before proceeding.
- Inspection authorized?
- Required documentation available?
- Appropriate personnel available?
Safety & Compliance
Verify safety and compliance per State Child Care Licensing.
- Safety hazards addressed?
- Regulatory requirements met?
- Staff training current?
- Required documentation complete?
Operations Assessment
Evaluate operational practices and procedures.
- Procedures being followed?
- Equipment functioning properly?
- Environment appropriate?
Findings & Corrective Actions
Document inspection findings and required actions.
- Overall Result
- Deficiencies Identified
- Corrective Actions Required
- Follow-up Date
- Inspector Signature
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
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