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Licensed Family Child Care

Find fire safety information and resources for licensed family child care providers.
A child’s playroom with a wooden table, chairs, and bookshelves filled with toys. A glass-paneled door leads to a yard, which complies with South King Fire permits.

Licensed Family Child Care

To obtain a license for operating a childcare facility, providers must request a site visit by the local Fire Department to become familiar with the facility and to assist in planning evacuation or emergency procedures.

Site Visit Documentation

We do not inspect in-home daycares. Please print the letter below for your documentation needs.

Resources

Licensed Family Child Care Inspection Request Response
Licensed Family Child Care Fire Safety Checklist

For further information, contact your local Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) office.

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South King Fire shield emblem next to the text “SOUTH KING FIRE.”

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