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| Reg. No. |
Finding Date |
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| 7.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.1.3: |
Orientation of FCCP and New Staff The FCCP shall complete an orientation training session approved by the Division prior to beginning care for children. The FCCP shall ensure staff complete an orientation training session approved by the Division prior to being left alone with children. Trainees shall complete the orientation training within one (1) month of their first date of working with children. The orientation training session shall include: * Basic knowledge of child growth and development; * Routine and emergency health protection of children including health related exclusions; * Safety and sanitation requirements including handling and storage of hazardous materials and disposal of bio contaminants; * Positive behavior management; * Supervision of children; * Child accident and injury procedures including building and physical premises safety; * Safe sleep practices; * Administration of medication requirements; * Emergency and evacuation requirements; * Nutrition and food safety including prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; * Recordkeeping; * Transportation and child passenger safety; * Release of children; * Respectful engagement of families; * Preventing, recognizing, and reporting child abuse and neglect, including information about the signs and symptoms of sexual abuse, sexual violence, grooming processes, recognizing the dangers of child sexual abuse, and other predatory behaviors of sex offenders; * Recognition of and response to the symptoms of common childhood illnesses; * Preventing the spread of infectious disease; * Providing developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for children; * Inclusion of children with special needs; * Guidelines for volunteers, trainees, and partner staff; * Responsibility to comply with current applicable licensing regulations; * Background check requirements to include changes in situations, restrictions, and exceptions for those prohibited by these regulations; * Staffing requirements to include opening and closing; and * Ensuring children have extra clothes and diapers available. |
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| 3.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.2.1: |
The FCCP, staff, and partner staff shall be informed of and have ready access to the twenty-four (24) hour Child Abuse Hotline maintained by the Department. |
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| 3.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.2.2: |
The FCCP, staff, and partner staff working with children are mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect pursuant to 33 V.S.A. S4913 and are required to report to the Child Abuse Hotline when they reasonably suspect abuse or neglect of a child. This report must be made within twenty-four (24) hours of the time information regarding the suspected abuse or neglect was first received or observed. |
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| 3.2.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.2.3: |
It is the responsibility of the FCCP to ensure that staff and partner staff working with children in the FCCH understand that abuse and/or neglect of children is against the law and that all child care workers are legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect as specified in the rule 3.2.2 of these regulations. |
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| 3.3.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.3.1: |
The FCCP shall keep all required records, schedules, materials and equipment used to operate and maintain the FCCH in good order and in locations appropriate for day to day access. |
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| 3.3.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.3.3: |
The FCCP shall establish a system for taking attendance, including documentation of the time when each child arrives and departs each day he/she attends the FCCH. The FCCP shall save all daily attendance records identifying the hours of children s attendance for at least twelve (12) months from the date that care is provided. |
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| 3.3.4.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.3.4.1: |
The FCCP shall maintain a complete and up-to-date enrollment file on-site for each child enrolled in the FCCH. A complete file shall contain, at minimum, the following information: * A completed child's admission form signed and dated by the parent that includes the first date the child attended the FCCH and the days and hours the child is regularly scheduled to attend the FCCH; * The child's name, current home address and current home telephone number; * The child's date of birth; * Name, address and all applicable current telephone numbers for parents; * Name, address and all applicable current telephone numbers for at least two (2) other people designated by the parents as emergency contacts; * Names for all persons authorized to pick the child up from the FCCH; * Record of an annual physical and health history as required in the rule 5.1.2 of these regulations that includes the name and telephone of the child's primary health care and dental care providers (if the child has a dental care provider); * A description of any special medical, developmental, emotional or educational needs of the child including allergies, existing illnesses or injuries, previous serious illnesses or injuries and any prescribed medication including those for emergency situations; * Written authorization from the parent for the FCCP to be able to obtain emergency medical care and transportation; * Child's immunization record or Vermont Department of Health approved exemption document as required in the rules in section 5.1.3 of these regulations; * Written permission from parents for the FCCP to transport the child, if transportation is provided, as required in section 5.10.6.6.1 of these regulations; * Written permission from parents for child to participate in swimming activities, if swimming activities are a part of the program, as required in the rule 5.10.5.1 of these regulations; * If applicable, a copy of court orders on custody and visitation arrangements as required in the rule 3.5.4 of these regulations; and * If applicable, any obvious injuries discovered and documented on daily health check as required in the rule 5.3.2 of these regulations. |
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| 3.3.6.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.3.6.1: |
The FCCP shall maintain a record of the date of each evacuation drill as required in the rules in section 3.6.2 of these regulations that includes the number of children, staff evacuated, time taken to evacuate, and notation of the drill conducted while children were sleeping or resting. Evacuation records shall be kept for two (2) years. |
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| 3.3.7.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.3.7.3: |
Within six (6) months of initial date of employment, the FCCP and all staff shall maintain an up-to-date BFIS Quality and Credential Account. Documentation, verification of qualifications, and all annual professional development activities as specified in the rules sections 7.3 and 7.4 of these regulations shall be submitted to NLCDC to be verified and maintained in BFIS. |
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| 3.6.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.1.1: |
The FCCP shall develop and maintain a written Emergency Response Plan to respond to a full range of emergencies both natural and man-made. A complete plan shall include how the FCCP will address and manage the following situations and responsibilities: * Evacuations or other emergencies such as leaving the premises and lockdown situations; * Specific concerns related to the location of the program, such as proximity to a nuclear reactor, an area prone to flooding or power loss; * Notifying the local authorities of the emergency; * A system for notifying the parents of the emergency; * Notifying the local emergency planning committee regarding the location of the FCCH and using the committee as a resource in emergency planning for the program; * A system of identifying the children and staff present at the time of the emergency and maintaining knowledge of their whereabouts; * A system for handling infants, toddlers, and children with special needs; * An established evacuation meeting location within walking distance of the FCCH; * A system to account for all children and staff at evacuation meeting place; * An process for relocation if necessary including safe transportation; * A system for sheltering in place if the FCCP and children present need to remain in the FCCH for an extended period; and * Staff chain of command and individual staff roles and responsibilities, (if applicable) during emergencies. |
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| 3.6.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.1.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that all staff are trained on the Emergency Response Plan and are aware of where to find the written plan in the FCCH. |
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| 3.6.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.1.3: |
The FCCP shall ensure that the Emergency Response Plan is reviewed and updated at least once every 365 days. |
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| 3.6.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.1.4: |
The FCCP shall ensure that parents are aware of the Emergency Response Plan, particularly where children would be taken if evacuated from the FCCH. |
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| 3.6.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.2.1: |
The FCCP shall have a written evacuation diagram with evacuation routes posted on each level of the home that is used by the children. |
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| 3.6.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.2.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that evacuation drills are conducted at least once a month, and children and staff are evacuated in less than three (3) minutes. |
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| 3.6.2.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 3.6.2.3: |
At least one (1) drill every 365 days shall be conducted while children are sleeping or resting. |
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| 5.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.1.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that the FCCH environment and practices support children's health and safety. |
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| 5.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.1.2: |
General Health Examinations: Within forty-five (45) days of enrollment the FCCP shall obtain documentation of the child's age appropriate well care exam from the parent. Documentation shall include information regarding any health conditions and medications that may impact the care of the child. |
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| 5.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.1.3: |
Immunizations: The FCCP shall maintain documentation in the child's file of each child's current immunization status. * Immunization records shall include the immunization administered and the date of each immunization. The immunization record should be updated after each additional immunization has been received. * If an enrolled child is in the process of complying with immunization requirements in accordance with the Vermont recommended immunization schedule, documentation in the child's file shall include the required Vermont Department of Health form. * If a child has not had a required immunization due to a Vermont allowed exemption, documentation in the child's file shall include the required Vermont Department of Health form. |
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| 5.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.1.4: |
The FCCP shall submit a Vermont Child Care Immunization Report at least once every 365 days to the Vermont Department of Health, Immunization Office as required by 18 V.S.A. SS 1120 - 1129. |
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| 5.2.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.2.1.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that adults and children wash their hands: * Upon arrival at the FCCH; * Before they eat, prepare or handle food; * Before and after handling raw meat; * Before feeding children; * After toileting or diapering; * After cleaning; * After taking out the garbage; * After handling animals; and * After outdoor play. |
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| 5.2.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.2.1.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that adults also wash their hands: * Before and after giving medications; * Before and after caring for a child who is injured or may be sick; * Before diapering; and * After coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions or other body fluids. |
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| 5.2.1.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.2.1.8: |
The FCCP and/or staff shall wash the hands of children who are unable to wash their own and provide developmentally appropriate guidance and supervision to help children learn and practice healthy hand washing. |
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| 5.2.3.11 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.2.3.11: |
Each diaper changing procedure shall include: * Preparation: assemble supplies, staff member washes hands, prepares changing surface with either a disposable covering or ensure that the surface was recently cleaned and disinfected and bring the child to the diaper changing area. * Dirty Phase: remove soiled diaper and cleanse diaper area of the child. * Clean Phase: put on clean diaper, dress child, and wash the child's hands. * Clean up: clean and disinfect the diaper changing surface, dispose of diaper, and staff member washes their own hands. * Record diaper change. |
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| 5.2.3.12 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.2.3.12: |
The FCCP shall have a written diaper changing procedure that is accessible to staff. |
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| 5.3.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.3.1: |
The FCCP shall develop and implement a plan for the management of communicable disease in the FCCH including the following: * Naming and identifying symptoms of illnesses for which a child will be excluded or sent home from the FCCH; * Identifying communicable diseases for which a child will not be admitted to the FCCH without a statement from a health care provider; and * Written notification to parents when children may have been exposed to a reportable communicable disease. |
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| 5.3.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.3.2: |
Daily Health Check Upon arrival into the FCCH staff shall observe each child for symptoms of communicable disease and signs of injuries. Any obvious injuries shall be documented along with any comments from the parent pertaining to the child's condition. This documentation shall be maintained in the child's file for a minimum of 365 days. |
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| 5.4.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.1.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that each child, except school age children, has an individual crib, port-a-crib, cot, mat, or bed that is safe for the child's age and development, in good repair, and used by only one child each day. No child shall nap directly on the floor or on furniture not designed for sleeping. Cribs or port-a-cribs shall be used for children under the age of twelve (12) months. Children shall not nap in cribs or port-a-cribs if they are physically able to climb out unassisted. |
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| 5.4.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.1.4: |
Cots, mats, and mattresses shall be nonporous or have nonporous coverings. Each child shall be provided clean, individual bed linens either by the FCCP providing them or requiring parents to provide them. No child shall nap directly on nonporous coverings. |
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| 5.4.1.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.1.5: |
Children shall be supervised by FCCP and/or staff while napping or resting. The FCCP and/or staff shall directly observe a sleeping child at least every fifteen (15) minutes to check the child's face, view the color of the child's skin, and check on the child's breathing. |
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| 5.4.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.1: |
Infants shall be allowed to nap when tired. |
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| 5.4.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.2: |
Infants shall always be placed on their backs to sleep. |
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| 5.4.2.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.3: |
The FCCP and staff shall ensure that infants sleep in cribs or port-a-cribs. Infants shall not be placed to sleep on soft surfaces, such as a couch or sofa, pillow, quilts, sheepskins or blankets. Infants shall not be placed in car seats, swings, high chairs, jumping chairs or similar equipment for sleep. A child that falls asleep in this type of equipment shall be gently transferred to a crib or port-a-crib as soon as feasible. |
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| 5.4.2.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.4: |
Each crib and port-a-crib shall have a firm, tight-fitting mattress covered by a tight-fitting crib sheet. |
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| 5.4.2.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.5: |
Soft objects, toys or loose bedding shall not be used in infant sleep areas. Soft or loose bedding includes: bumper pads, pillows, quilts, comforters, sheepskins, blankets, flat sheets, cloth diapers, and bibs. Infants shall not be swaddled for sleep. |
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| 5.4.2.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.6: |
Clothing sacks or similar clothing designed for safe sleep may be used. Bibs, necklaces, and garments with ties or hoods shall be removed from the child prior to placing the child in the crib or port-a-crib. |
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| 5.4.2.7 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.7: |
No positioning devices shall be used unless required by the child's health care provider. Instructions for the use of any such device shall be kept in the child's file in writing from the child's health care provider. |
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| 5.4.2.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.2.8: |
Infants shall not be placed in cribs or portacribs with bottles. Pacifiers are permitted in cribs and port-a-cribs with parental permission. Pacifiers may not have cords or clips that may pose a strangulation risk. |
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| 5.4.3.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.4.3.2: |
Children shall not be required to sleep. Children who do not nap shall be provided space and equipment for quiet play. |
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| 5.6.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.1: |
The FCCP shall develop and consistently implement a written policy and plan regarding the administration of medication to children. |
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| 5.6.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that only staff, who have completed a training course, approved by the Division, administer medication in the FCCH. |
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| 5.6.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.3: |
The FCCP shall ensure that medication or herbal/folk remedies is not administered to a child unless the FCCH has received written permission from the child's parents for each medication given. |
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| 5.6.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.4: |
The FCCP shall ensure that parents are notified if a substitute is not approved to administer medication. |
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| 5.6.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.5: |
The FCCP shall ensure that written permission from parents to administer medication must include all of the following information for each prescription and non-prescription medication administered to children: * Name of the child; * Child's date of birth; * Any medication allergies; * Name of medication; * Dosage to be given; * Time when medication is to be given; * Route of administration (mouth, ear, nose, topical, inhalation); * Reason for the medication; * Start and end dates for administration of the medication; and * Any special instructions. |
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| 5.6.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.6: |
The FCCP shall ensure that all prescription medication is in its original container, properly labeled for the child, and administered prior to the expiration date on the container. |
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| 5.6.10 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.10: |
Insect repellent, sunscreen and non-prescription diaper ointment are not considered medications. The FCCP shall ensure that written parental permission is obtained prior to the application of insect repellent, sunscreen and non-prescription diaper ointment. This parental permission shall specify the product but may permit application as needed over a span of time. Such permission shall be updated at least once every 365 days and shall be maintained in each child's file. Children younger than school age shall not apply any of these items independently. School age children may apply these items independently with supervision. |
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| 5.6.11 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.11: |
The FCCP shall ensure that all medication and non-medications described in the rule 5.6.10 of these regulations shall be securely stored and inaccessible to children. |
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| 5.6.12 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.12: |
Prescription rescue medication, such as rescue inhalers, epinephrine (epi) pen, and seizure medication, must be kept immediately accessible for use in cases of emergency. |
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| 5.10.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.1: |
General Safety: The FCCP shall ensure the physical facilities of the FCCH, grounds, equipment, and toys present no hazard to the health, safety and well-being of the children. |
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| 5.10.1.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.1.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that children are protected from electrical outlets, such as by using protective covers, tamper-proof outlets, or other devices manufactured for this purpose. |
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| 5.10.1.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.1.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that children are protected from choking hazards presented by cords on window coverings, electric or electronic appliances or equipment and telephone cords. |
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| 5.10.1.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.1.3: |
The FCCP shall ensure that furniture and equipment are sturdy. Furniture and equipment that present a tipping or falling hazard shall be secured. |
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| 5.10.1.1.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.1.5: |
The FCCP shall ensure that children younger than three (3) years of age do not have unsupervised access to small toys and objects that pose a choking hazard, deemed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) as objects being smaller than their Choke Test Cylinder (1.25 inches in diameter and 2.25 inches in length). |
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| 5.10.1.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.2.2: |
The FCCP shall limit the care of children to the ground floor of the home unless another level used has two (2) separate means of exit to the outside of the home. If the second floor is used there shall be a safe evacuation plan for children from the second floor. |
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| 5.10.1.2.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.2.4: |
The FCCP shall ensure that each floor of the home, and in the corridor to access the home in an apartment building, has an operating smoke detector as well as a smoke detectors in the immediate vicinity where children sleep. The FCCP shall ensure carbon monoxide monitors are located outside of rooms were children sleep. |
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| 5.10.1.2.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.2.5: |
There shall be at least one (1) easily accessible dry chemical fire extinguisher which has at least a 2-A: 10BC classification. This fire extinguisher shall be maintained in operating condition. It shall bear an official tag, properly signed, attesting to current operating condition. |
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| 5.10.1.2.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.2.6: |
The extinguisher shall be visibly mounted to the wall near an exit door. |
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| 5.10.1.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.8: |
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention The FCCP shall comply with the requirements of 18 V.S.A. Chapter 38 Vermont Lead Law and shall ensure that Essential Maintenance Practices (EMP) is performed. This includes but is not limited to protecting children from peeling or chipping paint, and dust build up from the friction of moving doors or windows. |
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| 5.10.1.10.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.10.1: |
All containers of poisonous, toxic, or hazardous materials present in the FCCH shall be labeled for easy identification and used only in such a manner and under conditions that will not contaminate food or create a hazard to the children or staff. |
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| 5.10.1.10.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.10.2: |
The storage of flammable liquids and gases shall not be permitted in the FCCH except as permitted by the Vermont Division of Fire Safety. |
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| 5.10.1.10.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.10.3: |
All poisonous or toxic materials shall be inaccessible to children. |
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| 5.10.1.10.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.10.3: |
All poisonous or toxic materials shall be inaccessible to children. |
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| 5.10.1.12 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.12: |
Firearms and Other Weapons The FCCP shall ensure all firearms and other weapons, including but not limited to hunting knives, archery equipment and weapon accessories such as ammunition, are locked at the FCCH. Ammunition shall be locked and stored in a location separate from weapons. |
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| 5.10.1.13.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.13.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that a list of the following phone numbers is posted or located near the phone along with 911 and the directions to the FCCH: * Police; * Fire; * Ambulance/Rescue Squad; * Poison Center (1-800-222-1222); * Child Development Division; and * Child Abuse Hotline 800 number Child specific information: * Parental contacts; * Emergency contacts; and * Doctor contact information. |
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| 5.10.1.14.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.1.14.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that any animals or pets present at or brought into the FCCH are vaccinated as prescribed by law, with documentation maintained at the FCCH. |
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| 5.10.3.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.1.2: |
The outdoor play area shall include a provision for shade. |
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| 5.10.3.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.1.3: |
The outdoor play area shall be fenced or otherwise protected from traffic and other hazards. Fencing or natural barriers, such as hedges or other clear land boundaries, shall prevent children from exiting and allow for safe supervision of outdoor play. |
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| 5.10.3.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.1.4: |
If fencing is used, it shall be sturdy, safe and reinforced to give support, constructed to discourage climbing, and shall not prevent visual supervision of children by the FCCP and/or staff. |
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| 5.10.3.1.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.1.5: |
Fencing installed after the effective date of these regulations shall: * Be a minimum of four (4) feet in height with openings no larger than 3.5 inches; * Equipped with gates with self-closing and self-latching mechanisms; and * Include at least two (2) exits with one (1) that does not lead into the FCCH. |
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| 5.10.3.1.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.1.6: |
The outdoor play area shall be free of dumpsters, uncovered trash cans, highly flammable materials, standing pools of water and other hazards. The FCCP shall inspect the outdoor play area before children begin to play to make sure there are no hazards present such as, but not limited to, animal feces, litter, adult tools, or other items that might injure a child. |
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| 5.10.3.2.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.2.3: |
The FCCP shall ensure that large outdoor play equipment is anchored firmly in accordance with manufacturers' specifications, is not located on concrete or asphalt surfaces and is placed so as to accommodate manufacturers' specifications for use zones. |
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| 5.10.3.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.3.3: |
Safe Use Zones For all play equipment that is thirty (30) inches or higher from the ground, including climbing equipment, slides, swings and other similar equipment, the FCCP shall ensure that the surface under and around the equipment, included recommended use zones, is of approved resilient material that protects children if they fall. * Materials in the use zone shall consist of wood chips, pea stone, mulch, engineered wood fibers, sand, safety-tested shredded or rubber like material or rubber mats designed for protective cushioning; * Materials used in the use zone shall follow the recommendations listed in the most recent publication of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's Public Playground Safety Handbook regarding critical depth of tested materials determined by the height of the highest climbing surface of the equipment; * Materials used in the use zone shall be installed and maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions; * If the loose material such as sand, mulch, or shredded rubber is used in use zones, the FCCP shall ensure that the material is raked regularly and replenished to maintain depth and resilience; and * If the resilient material in use zones freezes, the FCCP shall ensure that the children will not play on the equipment until the resilient material has thawed and is once again resilient. |
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| 5.10.4.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.4.2: |
Exits: Stairways, hallways, windows, and doors from the rooms used by children shall be clear and unobstructed from stored items, non-movable barriers, toys, and other items at all times. |
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| 5.10.4.5.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.4.5.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that the FCCH, its furnishings, and toys are kept in a clean and orderly condition. |
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| 5.10.4.5.7 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.4.5.7: |
The FCCP shall ensure that toys and other equipment used by children are sturdy and free from hazards such as but not limited to rough edges, pinch and crush points, splinters, exposed bolts, small loose pieces, areas that cause entrapment, and free from recall from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. |
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| 5.10.5.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.5.1: |
Written permission from each child's parent shall be obtained prior to the child engaging in swimming or wading activities. This written permission shall be retained in each child's file. |
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| 5.10.6.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.10.6.1.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that any vehicle used for transporting children shall be registered, inspected and insured according to state law. |
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| 5.11.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.11.1.1: |
The FCCP shall develop and implement a written policy concerning meals and snacks. This policy shall be provided to all parents at the time of enrollment as required in the rule 4.7 of these regulations. It shall include: * A description of all food services provided; * Usual time of snacks and meals; * Policies and procedures related to food allergies, religious dietary requirements and other special needs; and * Policies and procedures for safe eating habits. |
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| 5.11.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.11.2.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that children are minimally served the following meals and snacks based on the time the children are present: * Four (4) hours or less: one (1) snack; * Four (4) to six (6) hours: one (1) meal and one (1) snack; * Six (6) to eleven (11) hours: two (2) meals and one (1) snack, or one (1) meal and two (2) snacks; * More than eleven (11) hours: three (3) meals and two (2) snacks; and * School age children attending school for a full day shall be offered a snack within one (1) hour of their afternoon arrival. |
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| 5.11.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.11.4: |
Drinking water shall be readily available to children at all times. |
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| 5.11.6.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.11.6.5: |
If more than one (1) child in care has bottles, all bottles shall be individually labeled with the infant's name and refrigerated immediately after preparation by the FCCP and/or staff or upon arrival if prepared by a parent. |
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| 5.11.6.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.11.6.8: |
Unused portions of formula or breast milk that was offered to the infant shall be discarded after each feeding or after one (1) hour without refrigeration. Open containers of ready-to-feed or concentrated formula shall be covered, refrigerated, and discarded after forty-eight (48) hours if not used. Unused expressed breast milk shall be discarded after forty-eight (48) hours if refrigerated, after two (2) weeks if frozen. |
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| 6.1.4.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.1.4.1.1: |
Toys, materials and equipment shall be varied and available in a quantity that allows all children to benefit from their use, allows a range of choices, and reduces conflicts between children. |
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| 6.2.3.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.3.2: |
The FCCP and/or staff shall appropriately hold, touch, smile and talk to children. |
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| 6.2.3.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.3.4: |
The FCCP and/or staff shall be available and responsive to children, encouraging them to share experiences, ideas, and feelings. |
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| 6.2.3.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.3.6: |
The FCCP and/or staff shall listen to children with attention and respect. |
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| 6.2.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.4: |
Supervision of Children The FCCP and/or staff shall ensure visual supervision of children except as allowed in rules 6.2.4.1 - 6.2.4.4 of these regulations. |
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| 6.2.4.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.4.5: |
When children are eating, the FCCP and/or staff shall be positioned to allow for visual supervision of all children and shall be able to physically respond immediately to any child that may be choking. |
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| 6.2.5.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.5.4: |
No form of inappropriate discipline or corporal punishment shall be used with children such as but not limited to: |
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| 6.2.5.4.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.5.4.1: |
No form of inappropriate discipline or corporal punishment shall be used with children such as but not limited to: Hitting, shaking, biting, pinching; |
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| 7.1.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.1.2.1: |
The FCCP shall have successfully completed pediatric first aid and CPR prior to being licensed and must remain currently certified. |
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| 7.1.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.1.2.2: |
The FCCP shall ensure that at least one (1) responsible adult who has successfully completed and is currently certified in pediatric first aid and infant and child CPR is on the premises at all times children are present. |
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| 7.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.2.1: |
The FCCP shall ensure that all new staff, and any new individual with unsupervised access to children in the FCCH submits a Records Check Authorization form to the Division and shall submit to fingerprinting at a location designated by the Division after having received the Fingerprinting Authorization Certificate by the Division. |
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| 7.2.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.2.2: |
The FCCP shall submit a Records Check Authorization form to the Division for any new individuals, sixteen (16) years of age or older, residing in the FCCH or present more than five (5) times in 365 days during the FCCH's hours of operation as required in the rule 2.3.7.2 of these regulations. |
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| 7.2.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.2.3: |
The Division, at its discretion, may use the results of a background check on file with the Division as long as it has been completed within the last five (5) years and instead of requiring a new background check. |
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| 7.2.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.2.4: |
The FCCP shall ensure that no person shall be left alone with children without approval from the Division which shall be based on the results of the background check to include fingerprinting. |
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| 7.4.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.4.4: |
All staff, with the exception of substitutes, shall complete fifteen (15) clock hours of annual professional development activities as required in the rule 7.4.2 of these regulations. |
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| 7.7.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 7.7.1: |
All volunteers shall maintain confidentiality as required in the rule 3.7 of these regulations. |
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| 5.6.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 5.6.8: |
The FCCP shall ensure that there is a record of the administration of all medications including medication dosage, time of administration, name of staff administering, and any adverse effects observed. These records shall be maintained for 365 days from the start date of medication administration, and may be kept in the child's file or in a medication administration log. |
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| 6.2.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1: |
Maximum Capacity and Staffing in a registered FCCH The registered FCCP shall ensure that the registered FCCH shall not exceed the limits described in this section, including the charts below. |
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| 6.2.1.1 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.1: |
All children present and unaccompanied by a parent at the registered FCCH shall be included in determining compliance to rules in section 6.2 of these regulations. |
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| 6.2.1.2 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.2: |
At no time shall the total number of children in care exceed ten (10) during Option one (1): Year Round Care or twelve (12) children for Option two (2): Summer Vacation. |
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| 6.2.1.3 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.3: |
The registered FCCP's own children under twenty-four (24) months residing in the home shall be counted in considering the limit on children less than twenty-four (24) months and are not counted in the overall limit on children when using rule 6.2.1.6 of these regulations. |
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| 6.2.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.4: |
The registered FCCP shall be present and counted in ratio at least 60% of the hours of operation. |
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| 6.2.1.4 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.4: |
The registered FCCP shall be present and counted in ratio at least 60% of the hours of operation. |
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| 6.2.1.5 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.5: |
The registered FCCP shall ensure that the number of staff present meets requirements described in the chart below for ages of children, maximum group size, and staff/child ratios at any time of day. |
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| 6.2.1.6 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.6: |
In Option one (1): Year Round Care, described in the chart below, during summer school vacation a registered FCCP may care for up to ten (10) children total without a second adult, provided that all school aged children have been in care prior to May 1st during the preceding school year or are siblings of younger children enrolled in the registered FCCH. |
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| 6.2.1.7 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.7: |
In Option two (2): Summer Vacation, described in the chart below, the registered FCCP shall use this chart when providing care to their original six (6) children and up to an additional six (6) school age children and/or when providing care to any school age children over the original six (6) children that began care after May 1st of the current year. |
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| 6.2.1.8 |
11/08/2023 |
| Regulation 6.2.1.8: |
When using rule 6.2.1.7 of these regulations, the registered FCCP's children younger than school age residing in the home shall be included in determining the total number of children allowed in care, and the registered FCCP's own school age children shall not be counted. |
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