[19a-87b-10(c)(4)] · The provider shall develop and implement a written schedule that is flexible, with time for free choice play, outdoor play, snacks, meals and a rest period.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: other. 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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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

[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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(C)-(D)-(F)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying any activity away from the family child care home, including days and times, and transportation for children leaving the family child care home by the provider or staff.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(c)(5)] · There shall be an individual bed, cot, mat or other provision intended for each child for napping or resting which is age appropriate, comfortable, clean, safe, and allows for minimal disturbance. Children shall nap or rest on such bed, cot, mat or other provision. All cribs shall comply with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission crib standards.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(d)(3)] · The provider shall maintain in the family child care home a written individual plan of care for each child with disabilities or special health care needs who requires special care be taken or provided while the child is at the family child care home. Such plan shall be developed with the child’s parent(s) and health care provider at intake, implemented and updated as necessary. Such plan shall include appropriate care of the child in the event of a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the provider, parent(s) and any approved staff members responsible for the care of the child.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: health medication. 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 Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-10(g)] · The provider shall change a child’s diapers frequently for the child's comfort. The hands of the provider and child shall be washed with soap and water after each diaper change. Each diapering surface shall be nonporous and disinfected after each use. Waste materials shall be disposed of in a sanitary manner out of the reach of children.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: other. 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 Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-17(b)(1) and/or 19a-87b-17(b)(2)] · Prior to the administration of any medication other than nonprescription topical medications, the provider and any substitute(s) who are responsible for administering the medications shall be trained in the methods of administration of medications and in the specific route by which the medication will be administered and shall receive written approval from the trainer indicating that the trainee has successfully completed such training. A provider or substitute trained and approved to administer medication shall be present whenever a child who has orders to receive medication is enrolled and present at the family child care home. Training approval documents and outline shall be maintained on site at the family child care home.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-17(b)(3)] · Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child’s parent(s) which shall be on file at the family child care home. The medication shall be administered only in accordance with the written order of the authorized prescriber and shall not administer the first dose of any medication, except in an emergency.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-17(b)(5)] · Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Except for nonprescription topical medications and emergency medications, medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container, in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children and unauthorized personnel. Controlled medication shall be stored as required by statute. Emergency medications shall be stored in a safe manner, inaccessible to other children, to allow for quick access in an emergency.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

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

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

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-9(d)(2)] · Fasteners for doors to cupboards, closets and rooms shall be designed so that it is impossible for a child to become locked in the enclosed area. Every room used for child care or capable of access by children, when provided with a door latch or lock, shall be of a type that children can open from the inside and each lock shall be designed to permit opening of the locked door from the outside in an emergency. The opening device shall be readily accessible to the provider and staff.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-9(d)(4)(E)-(5)] · The provider shall develop a written plan for the protection of children and staff in the event of emergencies.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-9(d)(4)] · There shall be two (2) readily accessible, passable, remotely located and safe means of escape from each room used for child care in the family child care home. Passageways leading to means of escape shall have adequate lighting and be kept free from barriers or obstructions. All means of escape shall be easily opened and kept free of obstructions at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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 Nov 26, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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 Nov 26, 2025

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

[19a-87b-9(o)] · The provider shall be responsible for protecting the health and safety of the children from household pets and other animals at the facility. Animal waste shall be kept inaccessible to children. The provider shall develop and implement a written plan to keep any animal kept at the facility inaccessible to the children if the animal is known to be dangerous or aggressive. A current rabies vaccination certificate shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each dog and cat over fourteen (14) weeks of age. The provider shall be responsible for maintaining any animal kept at the facility in accordance with all applicable local and state laws and to have such documentation on file.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025

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

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Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

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Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(i)] · The provider shall be responsible for the supervision of the children at all times indoors, outdoors or on excursions. The provider shall be either indoors or outdoors with all children in care unless an approved staff is present to supervise.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[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 Aug 22, 2024

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 Aug 22, 2024

Category: health medication. 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 Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(i)] · The provider shall be responsible for the supervision of the children at all times indoors, outdoors or on excursions. The provider shall be either indoors or outdoors with all children in care unless an approved staff is present to supervise.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 Aug 22, 2024

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

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Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[19a-87b-10(b)(1)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a current and complete enrollment form. This form shall be kept for one year after a child ceases to be enrolled in the family child care home.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.

[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 Aug 22, 2024

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 Aug 22, 2024

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

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying the name, address and telephone numbers of persons permitted to remove the child from the family child care home on behalf of the parent.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: other. 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 Aug 22, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 Aug 22, 2024

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 Aug 22, 2024

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 Aug 22, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 Aug 22, 2024

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 Aug 22, 2024

Category: background checks. 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 Aug 22, 2024

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

[19a-87b-9(d)(4)(D)] · Every stairway shall have a sturdy handrail with no areas in which a child may fall through, shall provide safe passageway and be maintained free of obstructions. There shall be a gate or other structure in place that may be hung, drawn or lowered at the entry of stairways accessible to children to prevent falls.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023

Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.