416.5(b)(4) · Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2025

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 Jan 28, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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 Dec 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 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 Dec 30, 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 Dec 30, 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 Dec 30, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(o)(6) · The resting/napping places must: allow caregivers to move freely and safely within the napping area in order to check on or meet the needs of children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

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

416.7(r) · Sleeping surfaces, including bedding, which is the removable and washable portion of the sleeping environment, must not come in contact with the sleeping surfaces of another child's rest equipment during storage. Mats and cots must be stored so that the sleeping surfaces do not touch when stacked.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

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

416.13(a)(2) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications: have a minimum of either two (2) years of experience caring for children under six years of age, or one (1) year of experience caring for children under six years of age plus six hours of training or education in early childhood development. The phrase "experience caring for children" can mean child-rearing as well as paid and unpaid experience caring for children. The term "training" can mean educational workshops and courses in caring for preschool-age children;

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(a)(4) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications: provide to the Office the names, addresses and daytime telephone numbers of at least two acceptable references, other than relatives. At least one of the references must be able to attest to the employment history, work record and qualifications, if the person had ever been employed outside the home. At least one of the references must be able to attest to the character, habits and personal qualifications to be a group family day care provider, assistant, or substitute; and

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(a)(5) · The provider, assistant(s), and substitutes must each meet the following qualifications: submit a satisfactory medical statement, as required in section 416.11(b).

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(10)(i) · A group family day care home must admit inspectors and other representatives of the Office onto the grounds and premises at any time during the hours of operation as documented with the Office on the application for group family day care. Such inspectors and representatives must be given free access to the building, the caregivers, employees and volunteers, the children and any program records.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a) · the forms necessary for the Office to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment on file with the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment,

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(b) · the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law,

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 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 Dec 30, 2024

Category: ratio. 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 Nov 6, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.4(d) · In addition to a smoke detector on each floor, there must be a smoke detector located either within rooms where children nap, or in adjoining rooms. In the case of rooms used for napping or sleeping which have doors, a smoke detector is required inside that room.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 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 Nov 6, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 Nov 6, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.7(i) · Except while sleeping, awaking or going to sleep, an infant must not be left in a crib, playpen or other confined space for more than 30 minutes at any one time. Other than at meals or snack time, a child must not be left in a high chair for longer than 15 minutes.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 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 Nov 6, 2024

Category: supervision. 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 Nov 6, 2024

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

416.15(b)(19) · Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must:

Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 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 Jul 30, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

416.15(b)(11)(ii)(a) · the forms necessary for the Office to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment on file with the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment,

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024

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 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

416.13(e) · A person applying to be the provider must have completed a health and safety training as required in section 416.14(a) of this Part before being approved for that role.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.