Daycare Centers Field Module

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Daycare Centers Field Inspection Worksheet

Field worksheet for reviewing daycare licensing, child supervision, classrooms, playground controls, transportation and life-safety exposures.

Business / License / Building

Underwriting Focus — Enrollment and release

Reconcile licensed capacity with reported enrollment and age groups. Ask who may pick up a child and how staff verify custody/authorization; record what was confirmed.

Programs / Staffing / Facility

Underwriting Focus — Cooking and staffing

Distinguish warming or residential cooking from grease-producing commercial cooking. Where applicable, obtain hood cleaning, fire suppression, and Class K service dates and tag photographs.

Fire / Life Safety

Underwriting Focus — Life safety

Emergency egress and staff drill practices are critical for young children. Photograph exit routes and read service tags rather than assuming systems are current.

Playground / Transportation / Losses

Underwriting Focus — Playground and transportation

Photograph playgrounds without children whenever possible. Assess age-appropriate equipment, landing surfacing, fencing, visibility and documented driver/vehicle arrangements; do not photograph identifiable children without permission.

Photos to Obtain

Required: readable service tags (if applicable), complete condition/context photos for each recommendation. Never photograph identifying clients without permission.

Narrative Insert

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