Childcare Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Plan Inspection

Inspection template for reviewing a childcare center’s site-specific emergency preparedness and evacuation plan, including fire response, shelter-in-place, evacuation routes, infant evacuation procedures, staff roles, and required documentation for licensing compliance.

Inspection Details and Plan Scope

• Facility name, address, and inspection date are documented
• Plan applies to this specific site and current room layout
• Plan review date is current and within required licensing review cycle
• Inspector confirms plan is accessible to staff during operating hours

Fire Evacuation Procedures

• Primary and secondary evacuation routes are posted and unobstructed
• Exits discharge to a safe assembly area away from the building
• Fire alarm activation and emergency notification steps are clearly defined
• Staff assignment for sweep, headcount, and door closure is documented
• Emergency contact list includes fire department, licensing, and parent/guardian notification order
• Evacuation drill frequency and drill log are documented

Shelter-in-Place and Lockdown Procedures

• Shelter-in-place triggers are defined for weather, environmental, and external threats
• Designated shelter areas are identified and can accommodate all children and staff
• Emergency supplies for sheltering are available and current
• Communication method for shelter-in-place notifications is documented
• Reunification or release procedures are defined after shelter-in-place events

Infant and Non-Ambulatory Child Evacuation

• Infant evacuation equipment is available, maintained, and immediately accessible
• Procedures address evacuation of non-ambulatory children and children with mobility needs
• Staff are assigned to specific infants and children requiring assistance during evacuation
• Evacuation method allows safe transport of infants without delaying exit

Emergency Contacts, Records, and Family Communication

• Emergency contact information for each child is current and readily available
• Medication, allergy, and special health need information is included in emergency records
• Family notification and reunification procedure is documented
• Backup communication method is available if primary phone or internet service fails

Training, Drills, and Corrective Actions

• Staff training on emergency roles and evacuation procedures is documented
• Recent drills identify deficiencies and corrective actions are tracked to closure
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