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When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 25, 2026.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 2.205.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 16, 2026.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 16, 2026.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 2.223.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 16, 2026.

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 3, 2026.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 3, 2026.

The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times

Rule 2.227.C.7. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 8, 2026.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 2.205.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 29, 2026.

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

Rule 2.212.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 29, 2026.

Pursuant to section 19-3-304, C.R.S., any caregiver or staff member in a child care facility who has reasonable cause to know or suspect that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect or who has observed the child being subjected to circumstances or conditions that would reasonably result in abuse or neglect shall immediately upon receiving such information report or cause a report to be made of such fact to the county department of human or social services, the local law enforcement agency, or through the child abuse hotline reporting system as set forth in section 26-5-111, C.R.S.

Rule 2.126.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 2.205.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

The center must submit to the Department as soon as possible, but not longer than twenty-four (24) hours, a written report about any child who has been separated from the group outside of the supervision of their assigned staff member or for whom the local authorities have been contacted. Such report must indicate:

Rule 2.208.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

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

Rule 2.212.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 2.223.A.1. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 2.223.A.2. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 20, 2026.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:

Rule 2.206.B.8. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

Children must be allowed to form and observe their own pattern of sleep and waking periods. Special provision must be made so that children requiring a morning nap time have a separate area for their nap apart from space used for play.

Rule 2.223.B.4. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Rule 2.225.B. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 13, 2026.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 15, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 28, 2026.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 17, 2025.

The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times

Rule 2.227.C.7. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 17, 2025.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 22, 2025.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 22, 2025.

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

Rule 2.237.D. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 22, 2025.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The center’s procedure on positive guidance, behavior expectations, positive instruction, supporting positive behaviors, as well as strategies and techniques for supporting children with challenging behaviors, including how the center will:

Rule 2.206.B.8. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2025.

The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A written record of any serious accident, illness, or injury occurring during care must be retained in each child’s record, with a copy provided to the parent(s)/guardian(s).

Rule 2.209.B.1. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2025.

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

Rule 2.212.J. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2025.

Children must not be subjected to physical or emotional harm, humiliation, or threats.

Rule 2.225.B. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2025.

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Rule 2.225.H. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 20, 2025.

When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025.

A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.

Rule 2.223.D.4.c. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2025.

The governing body must formulate the purpose and policies to be followed by the center. It must have a regular planned review of such purpose and policies to determine that the center is in compliance with licensing rules.

Rule 2.205.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 14, 2025.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 14, 2025.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 2.223.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 14, 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: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 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: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

All staff must complete a Department-approved standard precautions training prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.

Rule 2.219.B.4. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 2.229.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 2025.

For a child with special health care needs requiring intervention and/or medication, the center must obtain written instructions for providing services from the child’s parent(s)/guardian(s), and the health care provider. If an existing individualized health care plan is provided for the child, it must be reviewed and followed by the center staff when caring for the child. If the child does not have an existing individualized health care plan, the individualized health care plan must be obtained by the child’s first day of care.

Rule 2.218.C.3. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 1, 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: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 3, 2025.

Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule for routine well child exams.

Rule 2.219.B.4. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 3, 2025.

All diaper change areas must: Have a sufficient supply of diapers at all times.

Rule 2.222.A.1.c. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 19, 2025.

Staff to Child Ratios by ages of children and number of staff- 6 weeks to 18 months (infants):1 staff member to 5 infants; 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers; 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers; 2-1/2 years to 3 years:1 staff member to 8 children; 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children; 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children; 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children; Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children.

Rule 2.217.A.14. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 6, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 13, 2024.

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

Rule 2.237.D. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 6, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 13, 2024.

The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, 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.J.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 27, 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: Aug 23, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 27, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 31, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 8, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 2, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2024.

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

Rule 2.237.D. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 9, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 23, 2024.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 10, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 20, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 18, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 11, 2024.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 19, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 11, 2024.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 8, 2024.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 8, 2024.

If music is played in the infant sleep area, the music must not be played at a loud volume that would prevent infants from being heard by staff. Music equipment must not be placed under a crib or within three (3) feet of the sleeping infant.

Rule 2.223.C.17. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 8, 2024.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 8, 2024.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 2.237.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 8, 2024.

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

Rule 2.212.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

Rule 2.212.E. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

Rule 2.223.C.2.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

All sleep/rest equipment must be safe, sturdy, and free from hazards including, but not limited to broken or loose slats, torn mattress, chipping paint or loose screws.

Rule 2.223.C.5. CDEC’s category: Infant Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

Items labeled “keep out of reach of children” must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 29, 2024.

An early childhood teacher, assigned responsibility for a single group of children and working under the supervision of a director, must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

Rule 2.216.A.1. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 26, 2024.

The required staff to child ratio must be maintained at all times

Rule 2.227.C.7. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Transportation. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 26, 2024.

Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.

Rule 7.702.62.C.2.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 30, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 8, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 30, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 8, 2023.

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

Rule 7.702.36.F. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

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

Rule 7.702.41.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products.

Rule 7.702.61.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 7.702.62.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

Volatile substances such as gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, oil-based paints, firearms, explosives, and other hazardous items must not be stored in any area of the building used for childcare.

Rule 7.702.91.D. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 7.702.91.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 10, 2023.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 22, 2023.

The center must maintain and update annually and upon changes, a record on each child that includes: A copy of the child?s health statement completed by a health care provider.

Rule 7.702.34.B.4. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 22, 2023.

Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.

Rule 7.702.62.D.5.a.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 22, 2023.

Items labeled ?keep out of reach of children? must be inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.C. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 22, 2023.

Loose plastic bags must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 7.702.71.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 22, 2023.

All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 27, 2023.

Staff to Child Ratios by AGES OF CHILDREN and NUMBER OF STAFF 6 weeks to 18 months (infants): 1 staff member to 5 infants 12 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 5 toddlers 24 months to 36 months: 1 staff member to 7 toddlers 2-1/2 years to 3 years: 1 staff member to 8 children 3 years to 4 years: 1 staff member to 10 children 4 years to 5 years: 1 staff member to 12 children 5 years and older: 1 staff member to 15 children Mixed-age group 2-1/2 yrs to 6 yrs: 1 staff member to 10 children

Rule 7.702.46.A.14. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 6, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 20, 2023.

The Director must not use, or permit a staff person or child to use, corporal or other harsh punishment.

Rule 7.702.64.C. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Rule 7.702.41.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using 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 known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 7.702.42.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in Section 7.702.33, d) must complete the Department-approved Recognizing the Impact of Bias on Early Childhood Professionals training or other Department-approved training on implicit bias. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.I. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

Verbal abuse and derogatory remarks about the child are not permitted.

Rule 7.702.64.G. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 22, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 29, 2023.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

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

Rule 7.702.41.A. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

All staff members must submit to the center a medical statement, signed and dated by a physician or other health care provider, verifying that they are in good mental, physical, and emotional health appropriate for the position for which they have been hired. This statement must be dated no more than six (6) months prior to employment or within thirty (30) calendar days after the first date of employment. Subsequent self-reported health histories must be submitted annually.

Rule 7.702.41.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

All staff must complete a Department-approved Standard Precautions training that meets current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 7.702.42.B. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees caring for children, not required by rule to be certified in First Aid and CPR, must complete the Department-approved Introduction to First Aid and CPR module. The module must be renewed every two (2) years.

Rule 7.702.42.F. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using 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 known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.

Rule 7.702.42.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise

Rule 7.702.62.A.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete written attendance verification periodically throughout the day, including during transitions.

Rule 7.702.62.A.2. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.

Evacuation equipment must: Be ready for use; and,

Rule 7.702.71.K.3. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 26, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 2, 2023.