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Presented by Kingman Co. Health Dept.Child Care Licensing ProgramCreated by Lawrence-Douglas Co. Health Dept.
Cindy Chrisman-Smith RNChild Care LicensingSurveyor
Rosemary BoswellChild Care Licensing
Assistant Surveyor
History and Philosophy of Child Care Regulations Kansas Licensing Law passed in
1919 Following an investigation by State Department
of Health For facilities providing out-of-home care to
children Care proved to be cruel, unhealthy and unsafe One of the few laws concerned with the rights of
children
Kansas Licensing Law Basically states that children have a
right to out-of-home care which protects their health, safety, and welfare
Also, is a consumer protection law-assures parents that child care meets minimum standards
KDHE has authority to regulate the following areas Assuring safe and
adequate physical surroundings
Assuring capable, qualified providers of sufficient numbers
Offering adequate program of activities
Supporting parental participation as feasible
20 Hour Rule-States when must be Licensed or Reg. Deals with care
away from child’s home and non-relative care
One child 20 hrs a week or more
Two children combined total of 20 hrs a week or more
More than three children in care
Regulations are Minimum Regulations are
not indicators of quality
Encourage you to go above and beyond regulations
You may not go below regulations
Licensed Daycare Homes
Can have up to ten children in care
Provider’s own children included No more than three children
under 18 months Licensing inspections done at
least annually Some initial training and renewal
training is involved
Licensed Capacity Under 18 months
18 mo.to Kinder.
Kinder to age 11
Total
0 7 3 10
1 5 4 10
2 4 3 9
3 3 2 8
Group Capacity-Two Adults
Under 18 months
18 mon.-Kinder.
Kinder. To age 11
License Capacity
1 8 3 12
2 7 3 12
3 6 3 12
4 4 2 10
Registered Daycare Homes Can have up to six children in care Provider’s own children included No more than three children under 18
months Licensing inspections not done unless
complaint is made First aid training is only required
training
Licensing visit is a benefit Second set of eyes Parents comforted
knowing home has been visited
Surveyors are available in the home for consultation and recommendations
Making the DecisionPlease consider carefully
Takes more than a commitment and love for children
It is a business (recommend contracts)
It impacts the entire family
You will not get rich
One of the most important jobs in the world
Huge responsibility caring for other people’s children
The early years have a huge impact on the rest of a child’s life
Application Process-Take It Step By Step Attend a pre-app
meeting Read Laws and
Regulations Only after you
receive a temp. permit or certificate can children be in care.
May take 60 to 90 days
Application PaperworkLDCH and GDCH-Green application-KBI/background check-Green Fire/life safety-Local fire (Kingman)-$15.00 to KDHE-$30 or $35 to Health
Dept.
RDCH-Pink application-Blue checklist-KBI/background check-Green Fire/life safety-Local fire (Kingman)-$5.00 to KDHE-$20.00 to Health Dept.
Initial Visit-For LDCH CCLS will contact you to schedule-
typically within one week of application Submit corrections to Health Dept. within
two weeks Submit a plan for corrections that can’t be
completed within two weeks Typically will have a compliance check
after date stated in the plan KDHE will not issue license until full
compliance is achieved
Paperwork That Needs Posted License or
certificate Emergency
Numbers Fire/Life Safety Emergency Plan Diaper procedures
(Group Only) Well-child info.
Initial Licensed and Group Training Options-within 60 Days following application
Licensed Five observations 2 ½
hours per Child Dev. Associate
Cred. 15 hours of training (3
hrs. college) 3 months
employment
Group 6 months employ. Five observ. And ten
hrs training Three semester hrs. in
child dev. etc. with 3 mon. work exp. Or supervised pract.
Child Dev. Associate Cred.
Paperwork on File for Children Emergency Medical
Release (Notarized) Medical Record Health Assessment
(Licensed and Group only)
Immunizations Permission for Off-
Premise (if applicable) Signed parents
acknowledgment (Reg. Only)
Paperwork On File for Adults Health Assessment
(primary provider only)
Tb test for every adult over 16 yrs.
First aid training KBI background
check Training
documentation
Discipline Policy Develop a written
discipline policy Make age specific Available for
parents Should state
prohibited punishment will not be used
Smoking is Prohibited Smoking is not
allowed anywhere in the home during daycare hours.
Do not smoke while transporting children
Do not leave children unsupervised to go out and smoke
Medication Issues Nonprescription
given only with written parental permission-keep record
Prescription given only from labeled container-keep record
Working telephone on premises
Forms taken to emergency room with child
Injuries or illness requiring medical attention reported to parent
Communicable diseases or death reported to health dept.
Safety plans reviewed with parents and subs
Fire drills monthly Tornado drills April
–Sept.
Transportation Issues Yearly mechanical
safety check Accident and liability
insurance is current Children’s paperwork
in vehicle First aid kit is in the
vehicle Transports only to
authorized destination
Safety While Transporting Appropriate car seats
or restraints are used Only one child per
seat belt Doors are locked Discipline maintained Enter and exit away
from traffic Under ten not left
alone in vehicle
Animals in the Daycare Home Pet area maintained No animal in kitchen
during food prep Dogs and cats have
current immunizations Pit bull dog not on
premises Children protected
from hazardous animals.
Swimming Pool-Over 24 in. Below ground enclosed
by 5 ft. fence Above ground 4 ft. high
or enclosed by 5 ft. fence
Person with CPR training in attendance
Chlorine and PH test done daily and recorded
If 6 ft. across have a ring buoy, rope, or shepherd’s hook
Wading Pool Children allowed
in only with adult supervision
Water is emptied daily
Use caution with children in diapers
Diapering and Toileting Children changed
when wet or soiled Three and under have
extra clothes Diapered on
waterproof pad Hand washing in
restroom Diapers in covered
container Pad sanitized after
each use
The Home Second means of
escape available from first floor
Walls in good condition
Skirted and anchored if a mobile home
Reasonably clean and uncluttered
Temperature 65 to 90 degrees
Home Safety 2A-10B:C fire
extinguisher Smoke alarm on
each level Electrical outlets
covered Bathroom doors
can be unlocked
Stairways railed if have more than two steps
Stairways guarded by gate or door if children under 2 and a half in care
Balusters not more than four inches apart
Storage of Dangerous ItemsHousehold cleaning
suppliesBodily care products with
warning labels or contain alcohol
MedicinesSharp instrumentsCigarettes, ashtrays,
lighters, and matchesGuns contain trigger
locks or in locked gun cabinet
Outdoor Play Area Climbing equipment
and swings anchored
Surfaces under anchored equipment are approved
Swings safely located. No metal or wooden seats
Fenced as needed
Children and Outdoor Play
18 months and older have one hour daily
Under 18 months taken outdoors daily
3 and older within hearing distance at all times (if yard fenced)
Under 3 attended by someone 14 years and older. An adult within hearing distance
Children in Care Daily activities for
growth and development
Age appropriate toys in good condition are made available
Toys for children under 18 months washed and sanitized daily
T.V and videos age appropriate. No R or X
Napping and Sleeping for Infants in Care Crib or playpen with
slats not more than 2 3/8 inches apart for each child under 18 months in care
No bassinets No soft bedding for
infants Back sleeping highly
recommended for infants
Napping and Sleeping for Children over 18 months
Bed, cot, sofa, or pad. Pad over carpet, ½ in.
thick,and long enough Separate clean
bedding for each child Bedding stored in
sanitary manner Children separated by
24 inches Quiet activities offered
for non-nappers.
Handwashing After using the
bathroom Before food prep Before and after
eating After blowing a nose After diapering Teach children
proper techniques Do not share towel
Food Service for Infants Infants are held until
they can hold their own bottle
Sleeping with bottles is prohibited
Bottles have nipple covered when not in use
Solid foods offered with parental permission
Food Service for All Nutritious meals
and snacks served following regulations
Allow seconds of vegetables, fruit, bread, or milk
Food allergies and special diets considered
Helpful WebsitesKDHE website www.kdhe.state.ks.us/kidsnetChild Care Weather Watch
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/hcci/common/pdf/weatherwatch.pdf
CPSC (recalls) www.cpsc.govNAEYC www.naeyc.org