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Head Start Classroom Safety Checklist

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Head Start is a program maintained through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Administration for Children & Families. This nationwide school readiness program provides education, health, nutrition and social services for disadvantaged children and their families. Providing a safe learning environment is a high priority for Head Start programs and is ensured through a comprehensive safety checklist.

First Aid

The first aid kit should be easily accessible.
All Head Start teachers need to have first aid and pediatric CPR certification. Each classroom should also have a first aid kit in a clearly-labeled location. The kit should contain at minimum bandages, latex gloves, tweezers, antibiotic cream, surgical tape, sanitizer, an ice pack and a first aid booklet.

Safety Drills
All school exits should be clearly marked.
An emergency evacuation plan should be posted and visible near a classroom exit. Teachers should conduct and document fire drills and and other necessary safety drills, such as earthquake or tornado drills, once a month. All building exits should be clearly marked with approved EXIT signs.

Equipment

Fire extinguishers should be easily accessible. Each classroom and the school kitchen must have a fire extinguisher that is easily accessible to staff members. The extinguishers should be inspected annually. All electrical outlets must have protective covers. Each classroom and office should have a flashlight on hand and batteries must be checked on a regular basis.

Potential Dangers

Potentially dangerous materials should be labeled and stored separately.
All cleaning agents, flammable liquids, toxic material and aerosols must be kept in original containers with labels intact. These items must be stored in areas away from children in labeled cabinets with child-proof locks. Potentially dangerous products must be stored separately from food and food service equipment.

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