Future Family Daycare Scheme Pty Ltd
4/57-59 Main St
Blacktown NSW 2148
Ph: (02) 8678 5047
Mob: 0422 019 971
Email: [email protected]
HOME SAFETY CHECKLIST
Educator’s Name:
Educator’s Address:
KITCHEN
Safe
Back burner used on the stove and pot handles always turned
away from front of stove to avoid scalds
Power point covers fitted to avoid electrocution
Fire blanket and/or fire extinguisher available in case of fire
Electrical Appliances unplugged after use
Hot water in kettles kept out of reach
Placemats used instead of table chairs
High chairs is stable and fitted with 5 points harness tom
prevent serious fall injuries
Safety gate at the entry to the kitchen while cooking
Dishwasher closed at all times to prevent poisoning
All cleaning product kept in locked cupboards
Plastic bags kept out of reach of children
Microwave positioned out of reach of children
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Bathroom and Laundry
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All medications and cleaning products stored in locked
cupboards
All poisonous substances kept in their original containers
Electrical appliances removed from bathroom
Nappy buckets has a firmly fitted lid and placed off the floor
Non-slip surface on bath or no-slip bath mats used
Power point cover installed to avoid electrocution
Children supervised in the bathroom at all times
Hot water delivered to the bathroom at a maximum of 50
degree C to prevent serious scald
Both taps inaccessible to young children
Future Family Day Care Scheme PTY LTD
It’s a quality home based childcare and inclusive service for all children
Future Family Daycare Scheme Pty Ltd
4/57-59 Main St
Blacktown NSW 2148
Ph: (02) 8678 5047
Mob: 0422 019 971
Email: [email protected]
Nappy change
Make sure to have everything for nappy charge (i.e. Nappy,
Nappy Wiper, Nappy Bags, Gloves, Towel Paper and Spray
bottle filled in hot water, )
Living Areas
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Corner covers of sharp edges of furniture
All blinds cords out of reach to avoid strangulation
Fire and heater guards attached in place
Matches and lighters kept out of reach of children at all ages
Heater away from curtains or other flammable materials
Toys stored within children’s reach
A safe and separate play space provided
Warning labels on toys checked before buying
Toys on good condition
Safety barriers on steps and stairs
Layout and placement of furniture in each room allows a
clear pathway to avoid tripping and collision
Power boards used instead of double adapters
Future Family Day Care Scheme PTY LTD
It’s a quality home based childcare and inclusive service for all children
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Future Family Daycare Scheme Pty Ltd
4/57-59 Main St
Blacktown NSW 2148
Ph: (02) 8678 5047
Mob: 0422 019 971
Email: [email protected]
Bedroom
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Cots are Australian standards approved for safer to avoid
serious injury
Cot mattress fits snugly to avoid to entrapment
No mobiles, bumpers or pillows in cot to avoid suffocation
Cot away from windows and blinds to avoid strangulation on
cords
Change table fitted with body harness, or baby changed on
the floor to prevent serious fall injuries
No electric blankets on children’s nightwear worn to reduce
fire risk
Garage and Sheds
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Locks on garage and shed doors to prevent access
Poisonous substances kept in original containers
Paints ,flammable liquids and poisonous substances in locked
cupboards
Small objects (e.g.nails,screws etc) stored up high
Children not permitted to play around machinery
Future Family Day Care Scheme PTY LTD
It’s a quality home based childcare and inclusive service for all children
Future Family Daycare Scheme Pty Ltd
4/57-59 Main St
Blacktown NSW 2148
Ph: (02) 8678 5047
Mob: 0422 019 971
Email: [email protected]
Outdoors
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Pram or stroller fitted with five point harness
Wading pool always emptied immediately after use
Children constantly supervised near water
A safe fenced area provided for children to play
Fenced checked regularly and in good condition
Children encouraged to play in shade, wear hats and
protective clothing to avoid sunburn
Small amount of SPF30+ sunscreen used on hands ,feet and
face
Play equipment checked regularly and in good condition
Children always supervised near dogs
Garden checked for poisonous plants
No tree branches children’s eye level to avoid injury
Balconies
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Balcony entry points are kept locked to avoid being used as
play area
Children are supervised on balconies at all times
Future Family Day Care Scheme PTY LTD
It’s a quality home based childcare and inclusive service for all children
Future Family Daycare Scheme Pty Ltd
4/57-59 Main St
Blacktown NSW 2148
Ph: (02) 8678 5047
Mob: 0422 019 971
Email: [email protected]
On the road
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First aid kit and fire extinguisher checked and kept in car
Children always travel in the back seat in Australia standards
approved child resistant
Child resistant’s properly fitted and used at all times
Child safety locks on car doors
Children always get in and out of the car on the kerb-side
Traffic lights or pedestrians crossings used when available
Children taught to ‘stop, look, listen and think’ before
crossing road
Helmets always worn when riding bicycles
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Educator Name:
Future Family Day Care Scheme PTY LTD
It’s a quality home based childcare and inclusive service for all children