[19a-87b-10(b)(2)(A)(v) and/or 19a-87b-10(l)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(b)(2)] · The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(B)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying name, address and telephone numbers of emergency medical care provider for the children.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(e)] · The provider shall allow infants to crawl or toddle, shall hold them for bottle feedings and at other times while at the family child care home, and shall give them individual attention, and verbal communication.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(f)(1)] · Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a supine (back) position for sleeping.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(f)(1)] · Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(f)(3) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(7)] · No potentially hazardous items shall be placed with an infant in a crib or hung over the side of a crib or other piece of equipment designed for sleeping except for a pacifier without attachments. Bibs and garments with ties or hooks shall be removed from infants that are placed to sleep. No toys or objects shall be attached to sleeping or rest equipment. No child under three years of age shall have access to teething necklaces, teething bracelets or other jewelry that could present a choking or strangulation hazard.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-17(a)(2)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. The medication shall be administered only in accordance with the written permission of the parent(s).

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-17(a)(3)(A) and/or 19a-87b-17(a)(3)(B)] · The medication shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled. The medication shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-17(a)(3)(C)] · Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s). An expired medication shall be destroyed in a safe manner or returned to the parent.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-17] · If the provider administers medications of any kind, they shall have written policies and procedures at the family child care home governing the administration of medications.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-5(j)] · The applicant or provider shall notify the Commissioner in writing within five (5) working days of any change in circumstances which alters or affects the provision of family child care services.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-6(a)] · The provider shall have a copy of the regulations at the facility and shall have read and understood the family child care standards set forth in these regulations.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-6(b)] · The provider shall be physically, emotionally and mentally able to handle child care responsibilities and emergencies and shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which may impair such ability or otherwise adversely affect the children in care. The provider shall furnish to the Office of Early Childhood, medical information and documentation as requested.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-6(c)(1)] · The provider shall maintain a current certificate from an approved course in basic first aid appropriate for child care providers and shall maintain verification of such training on file at the family child care home.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-6(c)(2)] · The provider shall maintain a current certificate from an approved course in CPR for child care providers and shall maintain verification of such training on file at the family child care home.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-7(a)] · Household members shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems that might adversely affect children receiving family child care services.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-8a(a)-(f)] · The applicant, provider, prospective employees, assistants, substitutes and each household member shall submit to a comprehensive background check. Such persons shall not have record that the Commissioner reasonably believes renders such person ineligible. The provider shall not employ program staff who have a record the commissioner reasonably believes renders such staff ineligible. The provider shall maintain at the family child care home evidence of compliance with the comprehensive background check requirements. The provider shall make available to the OEC any information obtained concerning comprehensive background checks upon request.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(b)] · The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that may be potentially dangerous to children.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(c)] · All potentially harmful substances and materials shall be inaccessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(d)(3)] · Electrical cords and appliances shall be secured and in good repair. Electrical cords shall not hang within reach of children. Protective covers or approved safety outlets shall be provided for all electrical receptacles in all areas accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(d)(5)] · The provider and staff shall be periodically instructed and kept informed of their duties under the plan and shall practice at least quarterly an emergency evacuation drill. A written log of the practiced drills shall be maintained at the family child care home for one year.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(d)(6)] · The provider shall have smoke detectors, in operating condition, placed in the home so as to protect day care children's sleeping areas, play areas and the basement. There shall be at least one smoke detector on each level of the facility.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(h)] · The washing and toileting facilities shall be adequate to ensure the health, safety and comfort of the children in care. A mechanism for individual hand drying shall be accessible. Sewage and garbage disposal systems shall ensure a sanitary environment. Garbage and trash shall be disposed of properly and kept covered.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(k)] · The provider shall have a working telephone at the family child care home, with emergency numbers posted in a readily accessible location in an area where family child care services are provided which is known to the provider and all staff.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2026

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.