OCFS-5563. Community Site Physical Safety Checklist

Form OCFS-5563, the Community Site Physical Safety Checklist, is used by child welfare agencies and supervised setting providers to assess the physical safety of community sites where supervised setting activities may take place. This form ensures that the locations are safe and suitable for the children's participation.

The form consists of sections where assessors document their observations and evaluations of the community site's physical safety features. It includes sections related to accessibility, security measures, emergency exits, and potential hazards.

Important fields in this form include sections detailing the results of the safety assessment and any recommendations for improvements. Accurate completion ensures that the community sites used for supervised setting activities are safe for children and youth.

Application Example: A supervised setting provider plans to use a community site for group activities. Before proceeding, the provider completes Form OCFS-5563 to assess the site's physical safety. This ensures that children participating in the activities will be in a secure environment.