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Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety

In order to maintain a safe environment, caregivers must do daily checks on the following items:

 

  • Children are never left unattended
  • Electrical outlets are covered with safety plugs to prevent electrical shock
  • No electrical cords are within a child’s reach
  • Cords from blinds and draperies are out of the reach of children
  • Cleaning supplies are clearly marked and locked up and are inaccessible to children
  • Medications are stored in the front office and/or are inaccessible to children
  • Personal belongings are locked in cabinets and are inaccessible to children
  • Hot drinks are not allowed in the classroom
  • Disinfecting and sanitizing solutions are available in each classroom
  • Diaper pails are covered and are inaccessible to children
  • Waste baskets where bodily fluids are disposed are covered
  • Toys are checked for choking hazards
  • Paper clips, push pins, and staples are not used in areas where children are present
  • Children are not left alone on a changing table; teachers keep one hand on a child at all times, even when they are strapped
  • Sides of infant cribs are closed and locked when not in use
  • Toys and furniture are in good repair with no sharp edges or splinters
  • Rugs have non-skid backing
  • Caution is taken when opening doors
  • Water is not warmer than 120 degrees
  • No poisonous plants are in the program
  • Knives and non-age appropriate scissors are out of reach of the children
  • 3 forms of attendance tracking is present
  • Playground is checked daily for trash or debris
  • Children’s personal clothing is appropriate for the weather and does not have hoods with ties
  • Teachers are zoning the playground
  • Temperature of the slides is checked frequently
  • Water play is not done on cement or other hard surfaces
  • Playground equipment is checked for splinters, nails, and screws
  • Gates are closed at all times
  • Caregivers do not allow children to play where vehicular traffic is a risk

Before completing your online worksheet for this training, you will need to conduct a safety check on at least one classroom in your building. If helpful, you can download and print a copy of this checklist below:

CLICK HERE to download the Building Safety Checklist
CLICK HERE
to start your online worksheet paying with a credit/debit card.

CLICK HERE to complete your online worksheet using a ONLINE ACCOUNT number for billing.