Fire Drill Evacuation Log Form

After completing this Fire Drill Evacuation Log Form, submit it to the designated safety officer or administrative office. Ensure that all fields are accurately filled out, and the form is signed before submission. You may also email a digital copy to the relevant authorities or upload it to the facility's online document repository if available. For additional submission methods, check with your facility's guidelines.

This form should be completed monthly during each shift of care in 2024 and 2025. Ensure all children are evacuated within 3 minutes in every drill. Practice drills at varied times, including nap-time.

The Fire Drill Evacuation Log Form is designed to record details and ensure the effectiveness of fire drills in facilities responsible for child care. It helps providers document important specifics like the date, time, total evacuation time, and number of children and providers present during the drill. This form is crucial for maintaining compliance with safety regulations and enhancing the preparedness of both staff and children. Regular documentation of fire drills ensures that all stakeholders are aware of the evacuation procedures and can act swiftly and efficiently in case of an actual emergency. Providers can use this log to practice evacuation with children from various exit locations and at different times of the day, including during nap-time. Practicing these drills improves the overall safety culture of the facility. By using the Fire Drill Evacuation Log Form, childcare providers and administrators can evaluate the efficiency and timing of their evacuation processes. This consistent documentation also provides a reference point for future drills, allowing for the identification of areas that need improvement and ensuring that all safety standards are consistently met.

• 1. Date of Fire Drill: The specific date when the fire drill was conducted.
• 2. Time of Drill: The exact time at which the fire drill took place.
• 3. # of Providers: The number of childcare providers present during the drill.
• 4. # of Children: The total number of children present during the fire drill.
• 5. Total Time to Evacuate: The total time taken to evacuate all children from the premises.
• 6. Provider Initials: Initials of the provider responsible for conducting the drill and recording the details.
• 7. Additional Notes: Any additional information or observations about the drill and evacuation process.

Failing to submit this form can lead to serious consequences including non-compliance with safety regulations and increased risk during actual emergencies.

• Safety Non-Compliance: Failing to document fire drills may lead to violations of safety regulations.
• Inadequate Preparedness: Without regular drills and documentation, both staff and children may be unprepared in a real emergency.
• Liability Issues: In the event of an incident, lack of documented drills could increase liability for the facility.

• 1. Monthly Drill Documentation: Used to document monthly fire drills during each shift of care.
• 2. Regulatory Compliance: Ensures the facility complies with fire safety regulations.
• 3. Performance Assessment: Helps assess the effectiveness of fire drills and identify areas needing improvement.
• 4. Parent Communication: Provides records that can be shared with parents to inform them of safety measures.
• 5. Staff Training: Aids in training staff on the proper procedures for evacuating children safely.