Playground Safety Checklist for Daycares

Use this Playground Safety Checklist for Daycares to inspect equipment, surfaces, fencing, and hazards regularly to meet all standards and keep children safe.

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Playground Safety Checklist for Daycares

Supervision & Policy Compliance

Age-Appropriate Zone Separation

Daily Operational & Environmental Scans

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Playground Safety Checklist for Daycares

Use this Playground Safety Checklist for Daycares to inspect equipment, surfaces, fencing, and hazards regularly to meet all standards and keep children safe.

1. Are supervision ratios maintained at all times, with staff positioned to see all blind spots on the playground?

2. Are children checked for clothing hazards (drawstrings, scarves, loose helmets) that could cause strangulation?

3. Is there a documented daily inspection log signed by the staff member who performed the morning safety sweep?

4. Has staff been trained on the emergency response plan for outdoor injuries or unauthorized intruders?

1. Is the equipment clearly labeled for the intended age group (e.g., 2–5 years vs. 5–12 years)?

2. Are younger children physically separated from older children to prevent high-impact collisions?

1. Have metal surfaces and plastic slides been touch-tested to ensure they are not hot enough to cause contact burns?

2. Is the fencing and gate system fully enclosed with self-latching mechanisms out of reach for children?

3. Has the area been cleared of toxic plants, stinging insect nests, or stagnant water attracting mosquitoes?

4. Are shade structures (canopies or trees) available and in good repair to protect children from sun overexposure?