APPENDIX D
Child Care Facility Checklist
Classroom
Room
Item
Yes No n/a
Priority
Comment
Support Space
1
Adequate size to accommodate files and office equipment
2
There is adequate space for parent conferences or separate
conference room provided
3
The office has the best possible vantage to see those approaching the center
as well as supervision of center activities
4
Dishwasher is commercial grade or heavy-duty residential
5
Sinks are at least two compartment/deep for pots and pans
6
The kitchen is w/a sanitizer
7
Venting complies with code requirements
8
Teachers have lockable personal storage in lounge
Play yard
P1
There is sand play provided
P2
There is water play provided
P3
This is an adequately sized, weather-resistant storage shed
P4
There is an area for wheeled toys
P5
There are natural elements and plantings on the play yard
P6
There is a water fountain located close to play activities
P7
There are toilet facilities located close or adjacent to the play yard
P8
There are large motor/physical challenge/level change opportunities
P9
There are areas to retreat to to "get away" such as play house
P10
There are seating areas for children
P11
There are areas where indoor activities can be brought outside
P12
There is adequate shade provided (25% between 10am-4pm on June 21)
P13
There is emergency egress provided from yard (w/ alarm)
P14
There is a secure perimeter w/ fence of height required
P15
No head entrapment areas noted (openings between 3.5"-9")
P16
There is proper fall surface (engineered wood fiber system, drainable synthetic protec-
tive impact surface) at least 6'-0" surrounding raised play events as referred by CPSC
P17
The play equip. is in good condition w/ no projecting or sharp hardware
P18
There is the appropriate separation (depending upon local licensing)
between different age groups on the play yard
P19
There is adequate lighting for security, especially during the early
morning and late afternoon when the area may be dark
P20
The play yard is protected by bollards or other devices to keep cars
from veering into the yard when it is located near busy traffic
P21
Sand play is located near water play
P22
There is a gate for maintenance
PBS-140 - July 2003
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