OCFS-DCC-4838 - Monthly Fire and Safety Inspections For Day Care Center (DCC) Programs

The OCFS-DCC-4838 is the official New York State checklist used by Day Care Center (DCC) programs to document monthly fire and safety inspections of their facilities. It ensures directors or designated qualified staff identify and correct fire and safety hazards promptly to protect children, staff, and visitors.

This fillable, printable inspection form (OCFS-4838 Rev. 03/2017) provides a structured template for recording monthly checks of emergency plans, fire extinguishers, exit signs and doors, aisles, storage, electrical systems, alarms, sprinkler and emergency lighting systems, kitchens, boilers, playground equipment, and evacuation devices. Each section includes compliance checkboxes and space for notes so programs can log corrective actions and the name and title of the person conducting the inspection. The form also reminds programs to retain inspection records on site or centrally for regulator review.

Use this PDF or DOCX template to standardize your safety program: download the official OCFS checklist, complete the fillable version electronically, or print a hard copy for on-site rounds. The instructions clarify frequency, documentation requirements, and when to involve external inspectors or local code authorities. Example entries and notes help staff follow the inspection procedure consistently.

Maintaining and submitting monthly OCFS-DCC-4838 reports helps Day Care Centers demonstrate compliance with OCFS regulations, improve emergency readiness, and document corrected hazards — an essential part of any child care safety and licensing application process.