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Child Care Center Inspections

Child Care Center Inspections

  • Environmental Health Inspections

    Environmental health inspections are required at original application and in certain situations at renewal.

  • Fire Safety Inspections

    Fire safety inspections are required at original application and every four years at renewal.

  • Lead Inspection Risk Assessment

    Before issuing a provisional license for a pre‑1978 building, the applicant must submit a lead hazard assessment confirming all child‑use areas are safe.

  • Playground Inspections

    Playgrounds located on a child care center’s premises must meet licensing rule 400.8170(11), which is typically verified through a playground inspection.