Josephine Ruiz

Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete the a Department-approved First Aid and CPR training, for all ages of children from infant to twenty-one (21) years of age;

Rule 2.312.D. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 31, 2026.

Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete a Department approved course of training for medication administration. This course must be completed every three (3) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed;

Rule 2.312.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 31, 2026.

Prior to working with infants, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.I. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 31, 2026.

At all times during the operating hours of a family child care home, child care center, school-age child care center, or children’s resident camp, the facility must post its most recent licensing inspection report or a notice as to where the report may be reviewed at the facility by the parent or legal guardian of a child or their designee.

Rule 2.127.B. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms

Rule 2.133.B. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard precautions that meets current occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.C. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, and qualified substitutes must complete the a Department-approved First Aid and CPR training, for all ages of children from infant to twenty-one (21) years of age;

Rule 2.312.D. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Prior to working with children, if working with children less than three (3) years of age, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed.

Rule 2.312.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 6, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.H. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider and all individuals responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.J. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 6, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

The primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members shall: Complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year. At least three (3) of the fifteen (15) clock hours must be in social emotional development.

Rule 2.312.R.1. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 6, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

The provider must have a written fire safety and evacuation plan that is reviewed at least annually. This plan must include:

Rule 2.317.B.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

All garbage and other wastes must be stored in a manner that is inaccessible to children and disposed of in a manner that does not constitute a health hazard or nuisance.

Rule 2.335.F. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

All outdoor play areas shall frequently be surveyed and must be kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris that could cause harm to children.

Rule 2.337.D.2. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2025.

All equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must obtain a subsequent health evaluation every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a licensed physician or other health care provider.

Rule 2.311.A.14.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard precautions that meets current occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.C. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.H. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Prior to working with infants, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 2.312.I. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training regarding playground safety for homes. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.M. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;

Rule 2.312.N. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.312.P. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, and the equally qualified provider must complete the Department-approved training “Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant.” This course is required once and will be counted toward ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.312.Q. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

The following emergency records must be kept and maintained at the family child care home for twelve (12) months: Dates of monthly smoke alarm testing.

Rule 2.318.C.3. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

At the time of admission, the parent or guardian must provide the following information to the provider for each child entering the family child care home: Documentation of school-required immunization status or medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health.. Up-to-date, school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) certificate of immunization or on an “approved alternate” certificate of immunization as described in CDPHE regulations at 6 CCR 1009-2:VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.. Colorado law requires that proof of immunization be provided prior to the first day of admission.

Rule 2.321.A.2.c. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the licensed family child care home.

Rule 2.321.A.3. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Glitter must not be used with children under three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.333.J. CDEC’s category: Materials/Media/Indoor Equipment. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled.

Rule 2.336.B.1. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.”

Rule 2.336.C.1. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

The family child care home must contain at least one (1) fire extinguisher in working condition with the minimum weight of five (5) pounds, and minimum rating of 2A-10-BC as listed on the fire extinguisher label. The fire extinguisher must be easily accessible or the identifying sign where the fire extinguisher is located must be highly visible.

Rule 2.336.C.15. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

All climbing equipment, sliding equipment, or equipment with attached platforms, eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone, see rule section 2.337(B)(3), surrounding the equipment.

Rule 2.337.B.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 26, 2025.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 2.138.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016 each provider, staff member or regular volunteer must complete a department-approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.11.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Prior to issuance of the license, the licensee and primary provider must complete:A State Department approved training in Standard Precautions that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and may be counted towards ongoing training requirements. This Standard Precautions training can be included as part of the Pre-Licensing training, in which case the total number of hours for Pre-licensing training required in 7.707.A1 is increased to sixteen (16) clock hours, and Standard Precautions training may count as no more than one (1) hour of the sixteen (16) clock hours; and,

Rule 7.707.32.A.4. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016, all providers and staff must complete a building and physical premises training prior to working with children. The training must include:

Rule 7.707.32.A.8.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Effective December 31, 2016, each provider or staff member responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.9.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

The personnel files for each employee, substitute, and volunteer shall include a signed statement: A signed statement: Clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the employee, substitute, or volunteer’s personal responsibility to report all incidents of suspected child abuse or neglect according to state law; and,

Rule 7.707.36.B.6.a. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

At the time of admission each child’s file contains:Documentation of immunization status or exemption, including month and year each immunization was administered. Immunizations must be updated and recorded as specified on the certificate of immunization or alternate certificate of immunization as supplied and approved by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Colorado law requires that proof of immunization be provided prior to the first day of admission.

Rule 7.707.71.A.1.c. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent or guardian of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care practitioner. The statement of the child’s current health statusmust be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12)months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statementsmust be kept at the licensed child care home.

Rule 7.707.71.A.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

The home must have a designated diaper change area for all children in need of diaper changing. The diaper change area must: Have a smooth, durable, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable surface; and

Rule 7.707.72.B.1.a.. CDEC’s category: Health/Sanitation/Children’s Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Any provider’s, employee’s, substitute’s, volunteer’s, and/or visitor’s animal(s) and/or fish that are dangerous, and/or pose a potential threat to a child’s safety or health must be confined in a place away from the child care area and inaccessible to children. The provider’s animals must be vaccinated as required by state law and local ordinance, and proof of vaccination must be available for review by the licensing specialist.

Rule 7.707.91.J. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Stairways of more than four (4) steps that are accessible to children must have gates that prevent access from the area being used when children under two (2) years old are present. The gate may be taken down as long as the provider is providing direct supervision of the child who is learning climbing skills on the stairs. Because of the risk of serious physical injury to a child, providers, employees, substitutes, volunteers, and visitors must never lift children over the gates while on a stairway.

Rule 7.707.921.H. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Toys, toy parts and any material accessible to children under three (3) years of age must be large enough that they cannot be swallowed or inhaled, to prevent a choking hazard.

Rule 7.707.922.A. CDEC’s category: Materials/Media/Indoor Equipment. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, medicines, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.

Rule 7.707.923.A. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

All outdoor areas where children may pass or play shall be kept free of animal contamination. All animal wastes must be promptly removed and placed in a lidded container or otherwise inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.707.931.G. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Walkways must be cleared of snow and ice to provide safe entry and exit from the home.

Rule 7.707.931.O. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

By December 31, 2010, all pieces of permanently installed playground equipment must be surrounded by and have at least six inches (6” ) of a nationally recognized protective surface underneath the equipment

Rule 7.707.932.A2. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

All protective surfacing (excluding sand, wood chips, wood mulch, engineered wood fiber, pea gravel, synthetic pea gravel, and shredded rubber tires) and rubber mats must be manufactured for such use consistent with federal guidelines and be approved by the State Department.

Rule 7.707.933.E. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

All outdoor play areas shall frequently be surveyed and must be kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris that could cause harm to children

Rule 7.707.934.B. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

Outdoor play space, including areas under decks must be free from safety hazards including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, tools, propane, gasoline, building scraps, and scrap metal. Gas grills with propane tanks must have a safety on/off knob on it.

Rule 7.707.934.C. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 26, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 3, 2024.

There must be a carbon monoxide detector installed in the area of the child care facility as recommended by the manufacturer and in the area where children and youth sleep.

Rule 7.701.100.F.9.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

All child care facilities must operate in compliance with local planning and zoning requirements of the municipality, city and county, or county where the facility is located.

Rule 7.701.34.C.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Subsequent health evaluations for the provider and children residing in the home who are less than twelve (12) years of age must be submitted every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a physician or other health professional. A new family member and/or a new resident of the home must submit to the State Department, within thirty (30) days from the date the individual began living in the home, a State Department approved health evaluation form signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health professional.

Rule 7.707.31.A.10. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Prior to issuance of the license: A State Department approved fifteen (15) clock hour pre-licensing course of training that includes nine (9) core knowledge standards. The content of one of the standards must specifically address appropriate guidance with children and that corporal discipline is never allowed. The clock hours of pre-licensing training do not include certification in First Aid, CPR, and medication administration training

Rule 7.707.32.A.1. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Effective December 31, 2016 each provider, staff member or regular volunteer working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a department-approved Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 7.707.32.A.10.. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Prior to issuance of the license the licensee and primary provider must complete: The State Department approved course of training for medication administration.

Rule 7.707.32.A.7. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

At the time of enrollment, the provider must give the parent(s) or guardian(s) a written statement of the home’s policies and procedures, and provide the opportunity to ask questions. Written copies must be available either electronically or in hard copy. The provider must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s)/guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardians(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and given authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.

Rule 7.707.41.A. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Toddlers, preschoolers, and older children, as necessary, must have a suitable mat not less than two inches thick, cot, bed, or sofa, with a clean washable sheet that has been sanitized between uses by different children. Children must be provided with a clean blanket.

Rule 7.707.75.E. CDEC’s category: Sleep/Waking Time. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Safe Sleep Training for Family Child Care Staff All staff who work with infants must complete Department-approved safe sleep training prior to working with infants and on an annual basis.

Rule 7.707.75.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

At least four (4) types of dramatic play materials shall be accessible for free play daily such as: backpacks, purses, hats, dress up clothing, housekeeping toys, dolls and accessories, toy telephones, play houses, toy animals, cars and trucks, costumes, and safe jewelry.

Rule 7.707.83.J. CDEC’s category: Materials/Media/Indoor Equipment. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

All garbage and other wastes must be stored in a manner that is inaccessible to children and disposed of in a manner that does not constitute a health hazard or nuisance.

Rule 7.707.91.F. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

All stairways must be free from hazards, and those with more than five (5) steps must be equipped with banisters or handrails within reach of children. The slats on all railings must be no wider than four (4) inches apart or modified to prevent entrapment.

Rule 7.707.91.H. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

Any provider’s, employee’s, substitute’s, volunteer’s, and/or visitor’s animal(s) and/or fish that are dangerous, and/or pose a potential threat to a child’s safety or health must be confined in a place away from the child care area and inaccessible to children. The provider’s animals must be vaccinated as required by state law and local ordinance, and proof of vaccination must be available for review by the licensing specialist.

Rule 7.707.91.J. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, medicines, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.

Rule 7.707.923.A. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

The home must contain at least one (1) fire extinguisher in working condition with the minimum weight of five (5) pounds, and minimum rating of 2A-10-BC. The fire extinguisher or identifying sign where the fire extinguisher is located must be highly visible and easily accessible.

Rule 7.707.923.O. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.

By December 31, 2010, all pieces of permanently installed playground equipment must be surrounded by and have at least six inches (6” ) of a nationally recognized protective surface underneath the equipment

Rule 7.707.932.A2. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 3, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 8, 2023.