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Monthly Health and Safety Checklist

by Lizzie Friedman, from the Community

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This monthly health and safety checklist supports early childhood centers in maintaining safe, clean, and compliant environments. It covers indoor maintenance and sanitation, outdoor and playground safety, child tracking and supervision, emergency preparedness, health and nutrition practices, and detailed infant and toddler care standards. Use it to verify ratios, hygiene routines, classroom setup, equipment condition, and required postings, as well as annual facility reviews and licensing documentation. Ideal for childcare administrators and teachers seeking consistent, auditable practices that protect children and meet regulatory requirements.

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