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21.11: Disaster Planning and Fire Safety Section 101174

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    • Amanda Taintor
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    Section 101174

    Licensing regulations require child care centers to submit a written disaster plan identifying a plan to keep children safe during an emergency. The Community Care Licensing website offers emergency disaster planning forms that must be completed as part of a license application.

    These plans require the following.

    • How will you evacuate the children in case of an emergency?
    • Where will you take the children if you cannot return to your facility immediately?

    Centers must conduct a disaster drill at least every 6 months. Adults and children who are old enough should know their duties during drills and emergencies. Documentation of drill completion, including the date, must be kept. [1]

    Additional Resources:


    [1] California Department of Social Services. Care Center General Licensing Requirements


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