16. Transportation Requirements: Transportation Log

Question 1

Transportation Log

Answer 1

~ each program is required to complete a transportation log every time children are transported
~ the transportation log must be retained on file at the program for 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority
~ all elements of the transportation log must be completed prior to transporting the children, verifying that all children are accounted for—including verification signatures
~ the same steps must be taken when departing the location and returning to the child care program

Question 2

The transportation log must contain the following information:

Answer 2

• Name of each child
• Date and time of departure
• Date and time of arrival
• Signature of the driver; or child care personnel in charge, if walking
• Signature of second staff member or authorized personnel

Question 3

Upon arrival to the destination, the log must be completed immediately by:

Answer 3

• Marking each child on the log as the child departs the vehicle
• Conducting a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure no child is left in the vehicle and then record, sign, and date the transportation log stating physical inspection and visual sweep was done and no children remain in the vehicle
• Having a second staff member, who must sign and date the transportation log verifying no children remain in the vehicle