416.3(h) · Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(b)(1) · Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during the hours of operation of the group family day care home.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.5(l)(2) · All animals present at the program that require a license must be licensed.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.5(s)(3) · Egress doors from the residence must be able to be opened from the inside without using a key. Child protective doorknob covers may not be used on egress doors.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.5(u)(2) · A safety strap must be fastened around children who are seated in high chairs.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.7(a) · The program must establish and implement a daily schedule of program activities that offers reasonable regularity in routines, including snack and meal periods, nap and rest periods, indoor activities, outdoor play time and a variety of large muscle activities throughout the day. There must be physical activity, appropriate to the ages of the children in care, every day.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(f) · As age and development permit, children must be allowed freedom of movement and must be provided with an environment designed to develop such skills as crawling, standing, walking and running.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(p)(1)(i) · Each group family day care home shall require visitors to the home to: sign in upon entry to the premises;

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.9(b) · The caregivers must use acceptable techniques and approaches to help children solve problems.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(c) · The program must provide copies of the behavior management plan to all caregivers and parents.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(c)(1)(ii) · The health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are: epinephrine auto injectors, diphenhydramine in combination with the auto injector, asthma inhalers and nebulizers.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.11(i)(22) · The premises must be kept clean and free from dampness, odors and the accumulation of trash.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.12(q) · If more than one child in the program is receiving breast milk, infant formula or other individualized food items, all containers or bottles must be clearly marked with the child's first and last name.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(ad) · Fluid milk, 100% juice and water, are the only beverages a caregiver may provide to children in the program.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2026

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

416.14(c)(2) · The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions: A minimum of five (5) hours of Office-approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 416.14(f).

Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(l)(2) · All animals present at the program that require a license must be licensed.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025

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

416.5(l)(3) · All required vaccinations must be kept current for all animals present at the program.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025

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

416.14(c)(2) · The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions: A minimum of five (5) hours of Office-approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 416.14(f).

Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

413.4(b)(1) · all clearances required pursuant to subdivision (a) of this section; and

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

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

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(e) · two acceptable references;

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(11)(iii) · In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must ensure that a medical statement has been submitted before the person has any involvement with children in care, as required in section 416.11 of this Part;

Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(i) · Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2025

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

416.5(v) · Operating carbon monoxide detectors must be used in all group family day care homes when required, and located in areas of the home in accordance with applicable laws.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2025

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

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.3(e) · A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(b)(1) · Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during the hours of operation of the group family day care home.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(l) · Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(12) · The group family day care home must report to the Office: any change affecting, or which reasonably might be expected to affect, those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency; any change in household members; and any other change that would place the home out of compliance with applicable regulations.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

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

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(11)(i) · In hiring caregivers subsequent to issuance of a license, a program: must notify the Office immediately in writing when there is any change of caregivers;

Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(12) · The group family day care home must report to the Office: any change affecting, or which reasonably might be expected to affect, those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency; any change in household members; and any other change that would place the home out of compliance with applicable regulations.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2024

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

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

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

416.12(b) · The program must ensure that each child in care for more than four hours a day receives a nutritious meal.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(s)(2) · Every bathroom door lock must be designed to permit opening of the locked door from the outside in an emergency. The opening device must be readily accessible.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

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

416.7(n) · Cribs, bassinets and other sleeping areas for infants through 12 months of age must include an appropriately sized fitted sheet, and must not have bumper pads, toys, stuffed animals, blankets, pillows, wedges or infant positioners. Wedges or infant positioners will be permitted with medical documentation from the child's health care provider.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(o)(5) · The resting/napping places must: be in a location where safe egress is not blocked; and

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

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

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(a) · The group family day care licensee must establish and follow a written plan for behavior management that is acceptable to the Office. This plan must include how the program will approach challenging behaviors, help children solve problems, and encourage acceptable behaviors.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(m) · Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.10(a) · Any abuse or maltreatment of a child receiving child care or residing in the home, including the provider's children and any foster children, is prohibited. A group family day care home must prohibit and may not tolerate or in any manner condone an act of abuse or maltreatment by an employee, volunteer or any other person. An abused child or maltreated child means a child defined as an abused child or maltreated child pursuant to section 412 of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(a) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications:

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.3(e) · A firm clean crib, cot, bed or washable padded mat of age-appropriate size and construction must be provided for all children requiring a rest period.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.3(f) · All cribs must be in compliance with the safety standards established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Stackable cribs are prohibited.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

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

416.15(b)(8)(i) · The parent of any child receiving group family day care must have: unlimited and on demand access to such child;

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(23) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period; and

Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(b)(1) · Each applicant must complete the Office-approved training that complies with the federal minimum health and safety pre-service training requirements or three-month orientation period training requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position. Individuals who have completed Office approved training that complies with federal health and safety requirements may be left unsupervised with children. Any teacher, director, or volunteer who does not complete this training must not be left unsupervised with children in care until such times as the training has been completed.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(c) · Each employee and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(c)(1) · The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions: Fifteen of the required thirty (30) hours of training must be obtained during the person's first six months at the program.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(c)(2) · The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions: A minimum of five (5) hours of Office-approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 416.14(f).

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(f)(8) · The required state topics are: statutes and regulations pertaining to child abuse and maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(f)(10) · The required state topics are: adverse childhood experiences, focused on understanding trauma and on nurturing resiliency.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(12) · The group family day care home must report to the Office: any change affecting, or which reasonably might be expected to affect, those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency; any change in household members; and any other change that would place the home out of compliance with applicable regulations.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

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

416.15(b)(26) · Programs must follow safety plans developed by the Office when allegations of risk of harm to child(ren) against the program, caregiver, staff, adult household member, volunteer or visitor are under investigation.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

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

416.15(c)(5) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(24) · Child day care programs must keep all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(f) · A person is not approved to be a caregiver until the child care program receives written approval from the Office.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(f) · A person is not approved to be a caregiver until the child care program receives written approval from the Office.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(4) · The caregivers, employees, volunteers and all members of the household must be in good health and be of good character and habits.

Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024

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

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(p) · Individual clean bed coverings must be available, as needed, for each child requiring a rest period.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(b)(1)(ii) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitute(s), must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider: before such person has any involvement in child care work.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(f)(7)(i) · Over-the-counter products, including but not limited to over-the-counter topical ointments, lotions, creams, sprays, including sunscreen products and topically applied insect repellant can be administered by a caregiver for one day only, with verbal permission of the parent. If an over-the-counter product is to be administered on a subsequent day or an ongoing basis, written permission from the parent must have been provided to the caregiver.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(g)(5) · Child care programs that stock supplies of over-the-counter medication, which are not in single dose packaging, must provide a separate mechanism to administer the medication for each child that may need the medication. Once a device has been used for a specific child in care, that specific device must be disposed of or reused only for that specific child and must be labeled with the child's first and last name. The program must include the procedure in the over-the-counter stock medication policy for dispensing the stock medication from the container to the device, or directly administering to the child, without contaminating the stock medication.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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

416.11(i)(21) · All rooms, equipment, surfaces, supplies and furnishings accessible to children must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected, using an EPA registered product, as needed to protect the health of children, and in a manner consistent with the program's health care plan approved by the Office.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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

416.12(n) · The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(q) · If more than one child in the program is receiving breast milk, infant formula or other individualized food items, all containers or bottles must be clearly marked with the child's first and last name.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(r) · Unused portions of bottles or containers from which children have been spoon-fed must be discarded after each feeding or placed in a securely tied plastic bag and returned to the parent at the end of the day.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(12) · The group family day care home must report to the Office: any change affecting, or which reasonably might be expected to affect, those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency; any change in household members; and any other change that would place the home out of compliance with applicable regulations.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024

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

413.3(g)(3)(i) · The Office shall require the child day care program to immediately post upon receipt, in a prominent place at the program that is visible to parents, a copy of the most recent compliance history report issued to the program by the Office.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(h)(4) · All paths of egress on the interior and exterior of the home, including corridors, aisles and approaches must be kept free of obstructions, impediments and debris at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2024

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

416.7(v) · Television and other electronic visual media must be turned off when not part of a planned developmentally appropriate program activity.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(5) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(26) · Programs must follow safety plans developed by the Office when allegations of risk of harm to child(ren) against the program, caregiver, staff, adult household member, volunteer or visitor are under investigation.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024

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

416.15(c)(5) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(u) · If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(26) · Programs must follow safety plans developed by the Office when allegations of risk of harm to child(ren) against the program, caregiver, staff, adult household member, volunteer or visitor are under investigation.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024

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

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(u) · If television or other electronic visual media is used, it must be part of a planned developmentally appropriate program with an educational, social, physical or other learning objective that includes identified goals and objectives. Television and other electronic visual media must not be used solely to occupy time.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(26) · Programs must follow safety plans developed by the Office when allegations of risk of harm to child(ren) against the program, caregiver, staff, adult household member, volunteer or visitor are under investigation.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(h)(4) · All paths of egress on the interior and exterior of the home, including corridors, aisles and approaches must be kept free of obstructions, impediments and debris at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 29, 2024

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

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Feb 29, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(j) · All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers, and must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(a) · The group family day care licensee must establish and follow a written plan for behavior management that is acceptable to the Office. This plan must include how the program will approach challenging behaviors, help children solve problems, and encourage acceptable behaviors.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(b) · The caregivers must use acceptable techniques and approaches to help children solve problems.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(d) · Discipline must promote positive self-esteem in children and guide children in such a way as to help each child develop self-control and assume responsibility for his or her actions through clear and consistent rules and limits appropriate to the ages and development of the children in care.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(j) · Corporal punishment is prohibited. For the purposes of this Part, the term corporal punishment means punishment inflicted directly on the body including, but not limited to, physical restraint, spanking, biting, shaking, slapping, twisting or squeezing; demanding excessive physical exercise, prolonged lack of movement or motion, or strenuous or bizarre postures; and compelling a child to eat or have in the child's mouth soap, hot spices, irritants or the like.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(m) · Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(b)(1)(ii) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitute(s), must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider: before such person has any involvement in child care work.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(5) · Submission of fraudulent documents to the Office or its representatives is prohibited.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.2(e) · Applicants for renewal of a license may not be issued a license until an inspection of the group family day care home has been conducted showing compliance with the requirements of this Part and the relevant provisions of the Social Services Law.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(i) · Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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

416.7(a) · The program must establish and implement a daily schedule of program activities that offers reasonable regularity in routines, including snack and meal periods, nap and rest periods, indoor activities, outdoor play time and a variety of large muscle activities throughout the day. There must be physical activity, appropriate to the ages of the children in care, every day.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(l) · Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(a)(1) · No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(f)(7) · Permissions needed from parent and/or health care provider in order to administer medications.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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

416.11(h)(5)(i) · A written Individual Health Care Plan must be developed for the child;

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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

416.15(b)(9)(i) · The parents of all children receiving care in a group family day care home equipped with electronic monitoring devices or surveillance cameras installed for the purpose of allowing parents to view their children in the day care setting by means of the Internet must be informed that cameras will be used for this purpose. All assistants and employees of the group family day care home must also be informed if electronic monitoring devices or surveillance cameras will be used for this purpose.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(9)(v) · Electronic monitoring devices or surveillance cameras are permitted to transmit images of children in common rooms, hallways and play areas only. Bathrooms and changing areas must remain private and free of all electronic monitoring devices and surveillance cameras.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(d) · Food must be prepared and stored in a safe and sanitary manner and served at appropriate intervals.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(h)(4) · All paths of egress on the interior and exterior of the home, including corridors, aisles and approaches must be kept free of obstructions, impediments and debris at all times.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

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

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(j)(1) · One caregiver may care for a maximum of six children younger than school age, or eight children when at least two of the eight children are school aged.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(p)(1) · Each group family day care home shall require visitors to the home to:

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.9(m) · Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(r) · Unused portions of bottles or containers from which children have been spoon-fed must be discarded after each feeding or placed in a securely tied plastic bag and returned to the parent at the end of the day.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(14)(ii) · The caregiver must immediately notify the parent and Office upon learning of the following events involving a child which occurred while the child was in care at the program or was being transported by a caregiver: serious incident,

Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

413.3(g)(3)(i) · The Office shall require the child day care program to immediately post upon receipt, in a prominent place at the program that is visible to parents, a copy of the most recent compliance history report issued to the program by the Office.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.3(h) · Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(i) · Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room, or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the home that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children. If there is not a separate, enclosed furnace room, trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored within four feet of the furnace.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.5(c) · Portable electric heaters or other portable heating devices, regardless of the type of fuel used, may not be used in rooms accessible to the children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.5(i) · Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.5(k) · Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product's use or the program's health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(y) · All window and door blind cords, ropes, wires and other strangulation hazards must be secured and inaccessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.7(v) · Television and other electronic visual media must be turned off when not part of a planned developmentally appropriate program activity.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.8(a) · Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a caregiver's range of vision except as provided in section 416.8(b) of this Part and that the caregiver be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.11(i)(21) · All rooms, equipment, surfaces, supplies and furnishings accessible to children must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected, using an EPA registered product, as needed to protect the health of children, and in a manner consistent with the program's health care plan approved by the Office.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.12(n) · The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(12) · The group family day care home must report to the Office: any change affecting, or which reasonably might be expected to affect, those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency; any change in household members; and any other change that would place the home out of compliance with applicable regulations.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

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

416.15(c)(3) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection the name, address, gender, and date of birth of each child and each child's parents names, addresses, telephone numbers and place(s) at which parents or other persons responsible for the child can be reached in case of an emergency;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(4) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection the names and addresses of persons authorized to take the child(ren) from the group family day care home;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(5) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(18) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2023

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

416.7(v) · Television and other electronic visual media must be turned off when not part of a planned developmentally appropriate program activity.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.14(m) · All child care programs must have at least one caregiver who holds a valid certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid on the premises of the child care program during the program's operating hours.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2023

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

416.15(c)(5) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection daily attendance records that are filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.5(l)(7) · The program must provide parents with a written description of all animals kept on the premises prior to a child's enrollment in the program.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

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

416.8(d) · Only approved caregivers may be left unsupervised with day care children.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.12(n) · The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(6) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(c)(13) · The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.