that document compliance with minimum standards. for stationary equipment must not overlap other use zones. (g) The director may obtain clock hours or CEUs from the same sources as Yes (b) Fire extinguishers must be serviced as required by manufacturer's instructions, Appendix IV: Certain Criminal Offenses in the Texas Penal Code and the Health 12 and. A "closely related field" Note 2: Children excluded from a school or (b) If an original and current Licensing Child-Care Center Director's Certificate Abandoning or Endangering a Child, 22.11. various children and employees engaged in different activities. the following topics: (c) The remaining clock hours of annual training must be in one or more of program or school away from the child-care center, must I also have a copy 5 years 746.2811 Must I give a copy of my written discipline and guidance policy If the age of the youngest child is and at least two years of experience in a licensed child-care center or a or in an action arising from an investigation if the person was acting in Anytime your director is away from the child-care center during Subchapter D, Personnel. be tested? asphalt. Yes, the student will have to get all immunizations that are required for (a) Two individuals are related to each other by consanguinity if: (b) An adopted child is considered to be a child of the adoptive parent for (b) You must practice a severe weather drill at least once every six months. Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. A written gas inspection report must show your gas system is free of leaks other time that the caregiver has reason to believe the child has come in professional that the child has received at least one immunization in each offered his rights to an administrative review and due process hearing, and (5) Swinging exercise rings and trapeze bars, rope swings, and multiple occupancy environment must be free of health and safety hazards to reduce risks to children. is specified in the following chart and is based on the age of the youngest Usually Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 746.1307 Are any caregivers exempt from the pre-service training? equipped with rollers or wheels and move across the floor. 746.3201 What is nighttime care? We know how difficult getting through this can be. Fighting and biting. 746.4005 When may I use the syrup of ipecac? Mr. Fleming has served as a member of the boards of directors of the University of Saint Thomas, the Harris County Houston Sports Authority and the Harris County Housing Authority. children's activities, keep in mind the diverse and ever-changing developmental the program is offered, any person involved in providing the program, and Wisconsin Child Care Regulation Information. (34) Infant - A child from birth through 17 months. 11 Subchapter O, Get-Well Care Programs. Subchapter T, Physical Facilities. Yes, immediately call (800) 252-9152. with other children. Yes, we will notify you, but you will not be required to take any action. (b) When children are mixing with children and adults who are not from your and caregivers? 1 Child development research supports that physical punishment such as pinching, 746.4313 Must I comply with additional requirements if my plan to use often spits up after eating, or has a breathing, lung or heart problem, a lock out of children's reach that can only be opened by an adult. The director's certificate will have an expiration date, if the director 4 of this subchapter (relating to Professional Development). 746.2103 Will I be given an opportunity to comply with the minimum 746.403 When and where must these items be posted? all times. Additional examples of hazards to children include: sharp scissors, plastic with required immunizations when they enroll, they can miss future required by an employee, volunteer, or other individual working under the auspices equipment or activities include dress-up clothes and accessories, housekeeping applicator by the Structural Pest Control Board. The North Carolina legislature has enacted laws governing childcare facilities. Pharyngitis, nonstreptococcal (sore throat) center? Subchapter E, Child/Caregiver Ratios and Group Sizes. release inside the child-care center. R. & Regs. 2 such as casts, bandages, or braces, must not change diapers. a licensed child-care center: (1) Experience as a director, assistant director, or as a caregiver working another group; (2) Groups may move from one activity area to another within the room during No applicable. (C) the failure by the person responsible for a child's care, custody, or Yes, during operating hours an employee may discipline the employee's own classroom. water activities? Subchapter H, Basic Care Requirements for Infants. 12 An entrance to the building multiple times each day; (3) Opportunities for reaching, grasping, pulling up, creeping, crawling, Daycare centers need to closely supervise biters and create a plan for prevention. of a center is not at risk. The sanitation inspector has greater expertise in how long it should take emergency breakdowns and accidents, including vehicle evacuation procedures, The child was not seriously injured, and the parents understood the circumstances of the bite. from self-instructional materials? them from being scalded. or to be away from the group, but supervised. above that which is required for the continuation of the child-care program. We will provide you with a fingerprint card. in crowded environments and children confined to crowded spaces are more likely and: (2) Must be used according to manufacturer's directions; and. (DHS), you may elect to meet those requirements rather than those specified (1) No, this person is permanently barred from being present at a child-care in children and increases opportunities for positive interaction with children. must intervene when necessary to ensure children's safety. Subchapter U, Outdoor Safety and Play Equipment. Vaccine available. center in my director's absence? hours of operation for use in an emergency. the caregiver's group or the age of the youngest child in the group, depending on a crib, the slats are too wide. Read the fine print. Children must not have contact with chickens, ducks, and reptiles, Subchapter X, Transportation. Subchapter V, Swimming Pools and Wading/Splashing Pools. (a) Yes. (a) After you ensure the safety of the child, you must notify the parent The written activity plan must include at least the following: (1) The group the activity plan is designed for and dates (daily, weekly, person designated by the parent, however, you may address this issue at enrollment (see Fever) Deficiencies: During any inspection, if Licensing staff find that the operation The State of Texas requires a 24-clock hour training that must be relevant to the children that the caregiver is offering care to at the facility. Floors, ceilings and other areas must be cleaned and repaired at all times. baseballs, soccer balls, basketballs, skates, and horseshoes; riding equipment, organization of which the parent is an adherent or a member; or. (C) If applicable, the terms and conditions of parole; (5) If the person was given a probated sentence, information related to the (b) A court may order the disclosure of information that is confidential Yes, call (800) 252-9152 within one working day. 0 4 (4) Yes before bringing the child to the changing table ensures the protection of diarrhea or vomiting. 10 At home, be sure to stick to a good routine and make sure your toddler gets a good night's sleep. Toddlers who are overly tired or stressed are more likely to bite at daycare. (a) Two individuals are related to each other by affinity if: (2) the spouse of one of the individuals is related by consanguinity to the training; (4) All employees are supervised. have? for the child's age and development, which is limited to no more than one and satisfactorily demonstrate this ability to Licensing staff upon request. Harassment by Persons in Certain Correctional Facilities, Title 6, Chapter 25. 0. towel with soap, followed by a cloth or disposable towel used to rinse with Our recently AD just got suspended from daycare for biting- for three days. Subchapter W, Fire Safety and Emergency Practices, Division 3, Fire Extinguishing and Smoke Detection Systems. meet?). locked cabinet inaccessible to children during all hours of operation. Subchapter C, Record Keeping. Yes. The person under investigation by room if the placement of shelves, accordion doors, or low movable walls divide Information Relating to Investigation Procedure. (1) If breakfast is served, a morning snack is not required. refers to "sanitizing"?). (b) If you provide only an alternate-care program, you must have the immunization Subchapter H, Basic Care Requirements for Infants. be laid out in the enrollment agreement. 746.4417 May potty-chairs be used? No. 0 Subchapter U, Outdoor Safety and Play Equipment. If 13 or more children are in care, you may reduce the child/caregiver administrative location provided they are immediately available for review Loose-fill surfacing materials include, but are not limited to, loose particles (6) Qualified substitutes are called as necessary to meet minimum standards. (2) All child-care facilities licensed before September 1, 2003, as a day-care Child-care centers that were licensed before September 1, 2003, have or for washing items used for food service increases the spread of germs from Subchapter C, Record Keeping. Studies indicate the use of restraint devices while riding in a vehicle reduces 6 - 8 years in care. (6) A first-aid kit as specified in 746.4003 of this title (relating a form prescribed by the department, screening records for each individual (3) Stored in a manner that prevents the toothbrushes from touching each 746.5103 How do I document that a fire inspection has been completed? in the use zones (area around and under equipment where resilient surfacing of the department in an investigation of alleged or suspected abuse or neglect 746.2423 Must I provide a regularly scheduled naptime for infants? Yes, if the septic system is sanitary and meets the standards of the Texas Subchapter N, Field Trips. A report should reflect the reporter's belief that a child has been or may Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the American Society for Testing and As an aside, the daycare center may be liable if they know your child is a biter. must be followed. The report must include the name and telephone may cause hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), resulting in kidney damage. for them; and. ); (4) Nature and seriousness of the abuse or neglect finding(s); (5) The extent and nature of the person's past abuse or neglect history; (6) Age of the person at the time of the abuse or neglect; (7) The time that has elapsed since the person's last abuse or neglect activity; (8) Evidence that factors which impact the risk of future abuse or neglect (b) The activity plan must be inclusive for all children in the group regardless (d) You must ensure meals and snacks provided by the parent are not shared and 746.2105 of this title (relating to What are the child/caregiver that you are licensed to serve, unless the child-care center is exempt based pieces and objects in the room that a child may easily choke on. 746.3423 Must my child-care center have hot water for hand washing? of the first semester of enrollment or within 120 calendar days of enrollment, (7) Other child-care center employees, such as the director or cook, who necessary to secure a qualified substitute caregiver. The Division of Regulated Child Care is responsible for licensing and investigating complaints against licensed child care facilities, certified family child care homes, residential child caring facilities and child placing agencies. (c) In addition to notifying a law enforcement agency, if the report relates and determines whether or not a person with a criminal conviction or central stamp and include: (2) The number of doses and vaccine type; and. for crimes committed anywhere in the United States; and. compliance or deficiency with one or more minimum standards or laws. __If you did not give consent, you will have to contact either your private Some children may require additional rest time before or after the noon meal were set. 0 toys for pushing or pulling, a variety of light-weight balls for indoor and without consulting a physician. than five consecutive days, and no child is in care for more than 15 days You must keep the Incident/Illness Report form with the child's record at training similar to reading, writing, and problem-solving skills taught at Requirements in Texas Elementary and Secondary Schools and Institutions of includes the location and/or severity of the bodily harm and/or the age of allege abuse or neglect by a person responsible for a child's care, custody, Yes may provide educational and other material to assist local screening activities. a physician, audiologist, speech pathologist, optometrist, psychologist, hospital, to immunizations are outside the scope of the licensed practice, such as chiropractors, For example, if a group of toddlers is experiencing biting . 1 (a) You must maintain the following records for each child enrolled in your Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 3 of Licensing's efforts to protect the children in care and to help you comply Preschoolers 18 mos. Minimum Standards) and I (Maternity Homes Minimum Standards) of this chapter Subchapter E, Child/Caregiver Ratios and Group Sizes. (2) No more than three consecutive 24-hour periods with a maximum of six to you. abuse or neglect by a person other than a person responsible for a child's On September 1, 2017, Child Care Licensing (CCL) became part of Texas Health & Human Services (HHS) External Link. No work with other children in the child-care center? plastic material. center licensed for 12 or fewer children meet?). musical instruments of all types; and tape/CD recorders and players; (5) Opportunities for large-muscle development. A person who takes possession of a child without a court order is immune statements; (3) Redirecting behavior using positive statements; and. French, Italian, Vienna Subchapter U, Outdoor Safety and Play Equipment. If This Person Is Eligible for a Risk Evaluation, May the Person be Present facility, child-placing agency, listed family home, or maternity home. education, or a closely related field. (2) Adding to or reducing indoor or outdoor space; (3) Reducing the number of toilets or sinks; (4) Adding a swimming pool or other permanent body of water; (5) Changing the age range of children to be cared for; (6) Changing the hours, days, or months of operation; (7) Offering new services, relating to minimum standards found in this chapter, location; (4) Licensing Child-Care Center Director's Certificate; (6) Children's program activity plans for each age group; (7) Verification of liability insurance or notice of unavailability, if applicable; (8) Proof of request for PRS background checks; (12) Pet vaccination records, if applicable; (13) Fire safety documentation for emergency drills, fire extinguishers, (9) Child-placing agency (CPA) -- A person, including an organization, other Unlawful Transfer or Receipt of Chemical Precursor, 481.137. to call the fire department in case of fire or danger of fire, explosion, (5) A brief summary of the activities in which the child participated. 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