The Mountain School - Ben Canady

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 18, 2026.

All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.

Rule 2.127.D. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 18, 2026.

At any time when nine (9) or more children are in care at the center, there must be at least one (1) program leader actively supervising children and another responsible person at least sixteen (16) years of age on the premises. When eight (8) or fewer children are present, there must be at least one (1) program leader on duty and a second staff member on call who is immediately available in an emergency.

Rule 2.510.G. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 18, 2026.

The center can only accept and care for children of the ages and capacity for which it has been licensed. At no time shall the number of children in attendance exceed the number for which the center has been licensed.

Rule 2.511.A. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 18, 2026.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A health history including any health care plans, which indicates communicable diseases, and chronic illnesses or injuries the individual has had, immunization record or exemption status, any known drug reactions or allergies, medications being taken, and any necessary health procedures or special diet needs;

Rule 2.530.A.6. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 18, 2026.

The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For all individuals whose activities involve the care or supervision of children or who have unsupervised access to children, requests must be submitted and successfully completed prior to caring for children or allowing unsupervised access to children.

Rule 2.120.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.

Rule 2.121.D.4.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

All child care providers must have a written plan that accounts for children with disabilities as defined in 42 U.S.C. Section 12102 and those with access and functional needs as defined in the State Emergency Operations Plan (2019) (SEOP). The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is hereby incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood at 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246 during regular business hours. The State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) is also available for no cost from the Colorado Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Management at https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhsem/state-eop. The plan must include a specific requirement indicating how all children with special needs will be included in the emergency plan.

Rule 2.136.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

All child care providers must have a written plan for continuity of operations in the aftermath of an emergency or disaster. Components of the plan must include:

Rule 2.137.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Policies and procedures must be reviewed annually. Any changes must be incorporated and must be communicated to the parent(s) or guardian(s).

Rule 2.505.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

How decisions are made and what steps are taken prior to the suspension, expulsion, or request to parent(s) or guardian(s) to withdraw a child from care due to concerns about the child’s behavioral issues. These procedures must be consistent with the center’s policy on guidance and positive instruction, and include documentation of the steps taken to understand and respond to challenging behaviors including:

Rule 2.505.C.10.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Media and internet usage policy outlining screen and media use related to their curriculum. The media plan must have information on ongoing communication with children about online safe practices for children over the age of four (4).

Rule 2.505.C.15.. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The policy regarding adverse weather, and Air Quality Index Advisory Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups as defined in rule 2.504.E.

Rule 2.505.C.5. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The procedure concerning admission and registration of children including whether non-immunized or under immunized children are enrolled in the school-age child care center.

Rule 2.505.C.6. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parent(s) or guardian(s) must be maintained daily by the center. The sign-in/sign-out mechanism must include, for each child in care, the date, the child’s name, the time when the child arrived and left the center, and the parent(s) or guardian(s) signature or other unique identifier

Rule 2.506.A. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Staff must verify attendance before and after every group transition from one physical space to another. Written or electronic documentation of attendance verification must be maintained for at least twelve (12) months.

Rule 2.506.A.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The director of the center or the director’s delegated substitute must have a means for determining who is present at the center at all times.

Rule 2.506.E. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

A written policy regarding visitors to the center must be posted and a record maintained daily by the center that includes, at a minimum, the date, time, the visitor’s name and the purpose of the visit. At least one piece of photo identification must be inspected for individuals who are unknown to personnel at the center.

Rule 2.506.F. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

All personnel and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

Rule 2.507.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The duties and responsibilities of each staff position and the lines of authority and responsibility within the center must be in writing.

Rule 2.507.H. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Prior to working with children all staff members must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment all staff member responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of the child immunizations records must show evidence they have completed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.C. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within (30) calendar days of employment all staff members and regular volunteers must complete a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or know child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.D. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment all staff must complete the Department-approved course in injury prevention for school-age children. This training is required once (1 time) and will count toward ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.G. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment all staff must complete the Department-approved course in playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers. This training is required once (1 time) and will count toward ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.H. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all program directors must complete the Department-approved training: Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This course is required once (1 time) and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.I. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all program directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once (1 time) and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.508.J. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

All staff in building-based school-age child care centers who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social emotional development.

Rule 2.508.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Program aides must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

Rule 2.509.C.1. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Program aides must work directly under the supervision of the program director or program leaders and must never be left alone with children unless otherwise specified in the rule.

Rule 2.509.C.2. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

If volunteers are used by the center, there must be a clearly established policy in regard to their function, orientation, and supervision.

Rule 2.509.E.1. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Volunteers who are used to meet staff to child ratio must be equally qualified as a program director, program leader, or program aide.

Rule 2.509.E.2. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

A program director must be present at the center at least sixty percent (60%) of any day the center is in operation. An individual who meets one of the following requirements must be present for the remaining forty percent (40%) of the day: A qualified program leader who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age; A qualified program leader who has at least one (1) year (1820 hours) full-time or equivalent part-time verifiable experience working with children; or Two (2) qualified program leaders who are at least nineteen (19) years of age.

Rule 2.510.A.1-3. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

If the program director cannot be present sixty percent (60%) of any day the center is in operation, an individual who meets program director qualifications must substitute for the director.

Rule 2.510.B. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

There must be one (1) staff member for each fifteen (15) children in attendance.

Rule 2.510.E. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

At any time when nine (9) or more children are in care at the center, there must be at least one (1) program leader actively supervising children and another responsible person at least sixteen (16) years of age on the premises. When eight (8) or fewer children are present, there must be at least one (1) program leader on duty and a second staff member on call who is immediately available in an emergency.

Rule 2.510.G. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

At all times, school-age child care personnel must be directly supervising the children.

Rule 2.510.H. CDEC’s category: Supervision. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

Schools are required to comply with the immunization requirements as stated in 6 CCR 1009-2. Documentation of school-required immunization status or Certificate of 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. Colorado law requires proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first (1st) day of admission. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment regulation 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 https://www.coloradosos.gov/CCR/Welcome.do. 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..

Rule 2.512.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

A list of all children and staff on a field trip must be kept at the center.

Rule 2.520.F. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials/Field Trips. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The following records must be on file at the center: Records of enrollment, daily attendance for each child, and daily record of the time each child arrives at and departs from the center for the past twelve (12) months must be on file at the center either in written or electronic form. The previous two (2) years must be on file at either the center, a central location, or storage.

Rule 2.529.A.1. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The following records must be on file at the center: A list of current staff members, substitutes, and staffing patterns for the past twelve (12) months must be on file at the center either in written or electronic form. The previous two (2) years must be on file at either the center, a central location, or storage.

Rule 2.529.A.2. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The following records must be on file at the center: A record of visitors to the center for the past twelve (12) months must be on file at the center either in written or electronic form. The previous two (2) years must be on file at either the center, a central location, or storage.

Rule 2.529.A.3. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: An annual written authorization for emergency medical care signed and dated submitted by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.530.A.7. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

A written or electronic record must be maintained by the center for each staff member, and volunteer, that includes the following:

Rule 2.531.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 11, 2025.

The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following:

Rule 2.120.C.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Criminal background check requests must be successfully completed prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes.

Rule 2.121.D.4.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member’s personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.

Rule 2.126.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Every application used in the State of Colorado for employment with a child care provider or facility, or for the certification of a foster home, must include the following notice to the applicant: “Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.”

Rule 2.131.A.1. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.

Rule 2.133.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

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: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

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: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Each staff member and regular volunteer as defined in rule section 2.510 must complete an annual health history. The health history must be maintained by the center in a secure location.

Rule 2.507.C. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Prior to working with children, the staff member must read and be instructed on all of the policies and procedures of the center outlined in rule section 2.505. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center’s policies and procedures

Rule 2.507.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must have a staff development plan that includes a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing training each year for all staff. This requirement does not apply to day camps. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social emotional development. The fifteen (15) clock hours of training does not include recertification in First Aid and CPR. Ongoing training and courses must demonstrate a direct connection to one or more of the following competency areas:

Rule 2.507.G. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff members must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.507.I. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff members must complete a building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. The training must include:

Rule 2.507.J. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff member responsible for the collection, review and maintenance of the child immunizations records must show evidence they have completed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course within (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.507.K. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff members and regular volunteers must complete a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse within (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.

Rule 2.507.L. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Rule 2.507.M. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center’s policies and procedures for the administration of medications. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the center’s administration of medications policies and procedures.

Rule 2.507.N. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

As required by these rules, staff must consult with a current Department-approved Colorado Child Care Health Consultant. To be approved, the Child Care Health Consultant must be one of the following: a licensed registered nurse with knowledge and experience in maternal and child health; a pediatric nurse practitioner; a family nurse practitioner; or a pediatrician. The consultation must be specific to the needs of the center and include some of the following topics: training; delegation and supervision of medication administration and special health procedures; health care; hygiene; disease prevention; equipment safety; interaction between children and adult caregivers; and normal growth and development. Consultation must occur as often as the child care health consultant who is delegating medications and/or medical procedures requires.

Rule 2.508.D.1. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must maintain documentation including the child care health consultant’s Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) proof of active licensure in good standing, by the Colorado Medical Board or State Board of Nursing as a physician or registered nurse, a brief biography highlighting applicable knowledge, experience and approximate dates worked as a school nurse or Child Care health Consultant commenced.

Rule 2.508.D.3. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved child care health consultant training prior to consulting with the center. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.

Rule 2.508.D.4. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

All Child Care Health Consultants must show evidence they have completed the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course annually.

Rule 2.508.D.5. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The date and content of each consultation must be recorded and maintained in the center’s files.

Rule 2.508.D2. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

At the time of enrollment, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: A complete health history for each child, including any communicable diseases; chronic illnesses or injuries; known drug reactions and allergies; current medications; any special diets needed; and the name address and phone number for the child’s health care provider and dentist.

Rule 2.512.A.1.a. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

At the time of enrollment, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Documentation of school-required immunization status or Certificate of 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 Certificate of Immunization or on an “approved alternate” Certificate of Immunization, defined in Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment regulation 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 https://www.coloradosos.gov/CCR/Welcome.do. 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 proof of immunization status or exemption be provided prior to or on the first day of admission.

Rule 2.512.A.1.b. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Written authorization for emergency medical care must be in the child’s file as required in rule section 2.525.

Rule 2.512.B.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must obtain the parent/guardian’s written authorization and instructions for applying sunscreen or use of another form of parent/guardian approved sun protection. A health care provider’s permission is not needed to use sunscreen at the center.

Rule 2.512.D.1. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Drivers must complete a minimum of (4) four hours of driver training prior to transporting children. The driver training curriculum may be developed and administered by the center and must include at a minimum: behind the wheel training; participant transport attendance procedures, including taking attendance at the destination; managing behavioral issues; loading and unloading procedures; daily vehicle inspection procedures; proper tire inflation; emergency equipment and how to use it; accident procedures; passenger illness procedures; procedures for backing up; and vehicle evacuation.

Rule 2.516.C.9. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

Parents or guardians must be given the opportunity to indicate to the staff of the center if they do not want their child to participate in an activity.

Rule 2.517.B. CDEC’s category: Meals/Snacks/Activities. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must develop a media and internet usage plan outlining screen time and media use related to their curriculum. The media plan must have information on ongoing communication with children about safe online practices. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parents/guardians have received this plan, and agree to the activities described in the plan.

Rule 2.519.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials/Field Trips. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes:

Rule 2.525.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes: Written authorization from a parent/guardian for the center to transport the child to and from school, whether by walking or driving; and

Rule 2.525.A.10. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center must maintain and update annually a record on each child that includes:Written authorization from a parent or guardian for the child to participate in field trips and to participate in program activities, listing all exclusions from authorization;

Rule 2.525.A.9. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The center office must maintain a record for each staff member that includes the following:

Rule 2.526.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

The following records must be on file at the center: Records of enrollment, daily attendance for each child, and daily record of time child arrives at and departs from the center.

Rule 2.527.A.1. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 13, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 15, 2024.

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: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

At all times during the operating hours of a family child care home, child care center, preschool, school-age child care center, children’s resident camp and Neighborhood Youth Organization, the facility must post in a prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, including the telephone number and mailing address.

Rule 2.127.C. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

All facilities, except family child care homes must post in every room of the child care facility, excluding bedrooms and living areas, the license capacity of the room and the staff-to-child ratio required by regulation to be maintained for the age of children cared for in the room.

Rule 2.127.D. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

Emergency telephone numbers must be posted at each permanent site and taken on all field trips and during mobile school-age child care programs. The emergency numbers must include, at a minimum, 911, or a rescue unit if 911 isn’t available; the clinic or hospital nearest to the activity location; ambulance service; fire, police, and health departments; and Rocky Mountain Poison Control.

Rule 2.506.E. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

A written policy regarding visitors to the center must be posted and a record maintained daily by the center that includes, at a minimum, the visitor’s name and address and the purpose of the visit. At least one piece of photo identification must be inspected for individuals who are strangers to personnel at the center.

Rule 2.506.I. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

Any un-expired routine medication, prescription and non-prescription (over-the-counter) medications must be administered only with a current written order of a health care provider with prescriptive authority and with written parental consent. Home remedies, including homeopathic medications, must never be given to a child.

Rule 2.512.C.1. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication/Hygiene. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

Volatile substances, such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, and oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items, must be stored away from the area used for child care and be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.524.A.3. CDEC’s category: Building/Indoor/Fire/Safety. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 11, 2024.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 2.122.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 2, 2024.

Prior to the original license being issued, following the renovation of the facility that would affect the licensing of the facility and at least every two (2) years thereafter, all child care facilities except family child care homes and Neighborhood Youth Organizations must be inspected and obtain an approving inspection report from the local department of health or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and from the local fire department. These reports must be maintained at the facility and be available for review upon request by a Licensing Specialist.

Rule 7.701.34.A.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.

At all times during the operating hours of the facility, except for foster care homes, the facility/agency must post the current child care license in a prominent and conspicuous location easily observable by those entering the child care facility or agency. For foster care homes, the certificate must be available for review/upon request of the public.

Rule 7.701.56.A.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.

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 7.701.56.B.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.

At all times during the operating hours of a family child care home, child care center, preschool, school age child care, children?s resident camp, and neighborhood youth organization, the facility must post in a prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Human Services, Division Of Early Care And Learning, including the telephone number and mailing address. All 24-hour care agencies and facilities providing out-of-home care and day treatment centers must post in prominent and conspicuous location information regarding the procedures for filing a complaint with the Colorado Department of Human Services, division of child welfare, including the telephone number and mailing address. For foster care homes and child placement agencies, information for filing a complaint must be made available upon request.

Rule 7.701.56.C.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.

The following records must be on file at the center: Records of enrollment, daily attendance for each child, and daily record of time child arrives at and departs from the center.

Rule 7.712.83.A.1. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.

The following records must be on file at the center: Current health department child care inspection report issued for the assigned license number within the past two (2) years;

Rule 7.712.83.A.2. CDEC’s category: Records/Reports. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 5, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 19, 2023.