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Ontario Daycare Inspection Prep: The Pass-First-Time Checklist

DRAFT. Part of the Ontario daycare resource hub. The items inspectors check first — walk this before your licensing visit.

Furniture & equipment

  • Cribs, shelving and tall units stable/anchored
  • No sharp edges, pinch points or recalled items
  • Wipe-clean, sanitizable surfaces

Health & sanitation

  • Handwashing stations accessible at child height
  • Surface disinfection + rest-mat sanitation protocols posted
  • Diapering/changing area meets hygiene standards
  • Lockable medication + first-aid storage

Space & safety

  • Unobstructed play space meets the per-child minimum [VERIFY]
  • Clear circulation and emergency egress
  • Posted ratios and group sizes per O. Reg. 137/15

Tie this back to your licensing checklist, or have us prep the room for you via setup consulting.

📋 Download the Ontario Daycare Startup Checklist (PDF)

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