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Catholic Early Learning and Care Compliance Audit

by Sean Thomas, from the Community

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Use this comprehensive audit checklist to assess Catholic early learning and care services against WHS and National Quality Framework requirements. Capture evidence on displayed approvals, responsible persons, educational programs, medical action plans, risk minimisation, incident and medication records, staff profiles and training, emergency procedures, kitchen and food safety logs, maintenance schedules, and outdoor safety. Support continuous improvement with documented findings, dates, and notes for follow up.

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