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APPENDIX D D-2 Child Care Facility Checklist Classroom Room Support Space Item Yes No n/a Priority Comment 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 such as easels for painting 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 protective 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
PBS-140 - July 2003 Child Care Facility Checklist ROOM ITEM Yes No n/a Unit Exten. Cost Priority Comment INFANT Room size: sq ft/child rm.’s license cap.: approx. clg height: room orientation North South East West 1 Doors Doors/gates have finger protection (both sides) 2 Doors/gates have visibility panel at child level 3 Doors/frames are correctly fire-rated/have label (if needed) 4 Doors have proper hardware including closers 5 Floor Carpet is sustainable and in good condition/ no trip hazards 6 Floor finish in good condition and properly located 7 Walls Washable wainscot material in place & good condition (vinyl not recommended) 8 Walls painted light color on at least three walls and in good condition on exterior and side walls of classrooms 9 Ceiling Ceiling in good condition 10 Lighting Clg. Lighting at least partially indirect type (not typical office type) 11 Lighting has guards to prevent/protect from bulb breakages 12 Light is full spectrum and dimmable (4500 Kelvin, minumum-maximum C.R.O.) 13 Flourescent lighting has electronic ballasts 14 At least two types of lighting configurations per room for variety 15 Windows Windows provide FPS PSS prescribed glazing protection 16 Window glazing protecton is < 7 yrs old/good condition 17 Room has natural light from windows (8% of floor area min.) 18 Electrical Electrical outlets are pediatric/mounted above child’s reach 19 Duress The room has emergency intercom to director’s office 20 HVAC HVAC is adequate to avoid smell/ air does not return to main bldg 21 Cabinetry Cabinets have non-projecting hardware that cannot harm child 22 Optimal wall cabinetry and shelving for storage 24 Diaper station(s) are the correct size and face classrooms 25 Plumbing ADA conforming adult toilet near (—Meters) of classroom door 26 Proper amt./location of sinks (no cross contamination possible) 27 Equipment Correct/proper amount of kitchenette equipment 28 Classroom includes change of level/built in platform/purchased loft 29 Classroom furniture/equipment proper and in good condition 30 ADA Classroom complies with ADA (including children toilet & diaper) 31 Arrangement Excellent access to play yard directly from or near classroom 32 Exterior corners have 1/2" dia. bullnose edges/no sharp edges 33 There are windows at children’s height for exterior view 34 Supervision adequate (w/ windows, etc where required) 35 Lactation area provided 36 Cubbies form “cloakroom” at entry/do not impact program area 37 There are windows at child hgt. between classroom/corridors APPENDIX D D-3
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