Jessica Aragon

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: The child’s full name, date of birth, current address, and date of enrollment;

Rule 2.320.A.1. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 23, 2026.

In rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets and power strips must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed; all exposed light bulbs accessible to children in areas where children can play must have protective covers. Electrical cords must be in good condition and must not pose strangulation, falling, or tripping hazards.

Rule 2.336.C.2. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 23, 2026.

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: Apr 23, 2026.

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 7, 2025.

The primary provider must have a plan for an emergency, personal or family situation that requires the provider to leave the family child care home immediately.

Rule 2.311.A.2. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 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: May 7, 2025.

At the time of enrollment and upon any amendments to policies and procedures, the provider must give the parent(s) or guardian(s) a written statement of the family child care 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. By signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s)/guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures.

Rule 2.316.A. CDEC’s category: Admission/Child Care Services. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 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: Jun 7, 2025.

An admission process must be completed prior to the child’s attendance at the home and must include: The provider must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s) or guardian(s) have received the policies and procedures, and by signing the policies and procedures document, the parent(s) or guardian(s) agree to follow, accept the conditions of, and give authorization and approval for the activities described in the policies and procedures;

Rule 2.319.A.2. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually 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 2.320.A.7. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually 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 2.320.A.7. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

The premises of the family child care home must be kept safe and free from hazards to health at all times.

Rule 2.335.D. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 7, 2025.

Any animals in the family child care home 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 2.335.N. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements.

Any animals in the family child care home 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 2.335.N. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

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

Rule 2.335.Y. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

All outdoor areas where children may pass or play must be kept free of animal contamination. All animal wastes must be promptly removed and inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.337.A.7. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

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.

Rule 2.337.D.3. CDEC’s category: Outdoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 7, 2025.

All children in care, including the primary provider’s, or applicant 2’s own children under the age of ten (10), must only be cared for in areas licensed by the Department for child care use.

Rule 2.327.B. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 17, 2024.

The premises of the family child care home must be kept safe and free from hazards to health at all times.

Rule 2.335.D. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 17, 2024.

All rooms must be kept in a clean and sanitary condition and be free of any evidence of pest or rodent infestation.

Rule 2.336.A.5. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 17, 2024.

In rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets and power strips must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed; all exposed light bulbs accessible to children in areas where children can play must have protective covers. Electrical cords must be in good condition and must not pose strangulation, falling, or tripping hazards.

Rule 2.336.C.2. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Aug 15, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 17, 2024.

Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and children toddler-aged and older must wash their hands at the following times:

Rule 2.324.A.2. CDEC’s category: Health/Sanitation/Children’s Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 10, 2024.

The premises of the family child care home must be kept safe and free from hazards to health at all times.

Rule 2.335.D. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 10, 2024.

Interior walls must be free of holes and constructed of solid material with a smooth finish that can be easily cleaned. Painted finishes shall be maintained free from peeling, chipping or otherwise deteriorating paint.

Rule 7.707.921.E. CDEC’s category: General Indoor Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 20, 2023.

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: Jul 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 20, 2023.

Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a State Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness. 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 State Department-approved training

Rule 7.701.100.A.. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Providers, employees, substitutes, and volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.

Rule 7.707.31.A.3. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Prior to issuance of the license, the licensee and primary provider must complete: First Aid and CPR training, for all ages of children from infant to twenty-one (21) years of age;

Rule 7.707.32.A.6. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

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.. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Parents or guardians must be notified each time a substitute is used to provide supervision of all children in care in the absence of the primary provider.

Rule 7.707.331.D. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Substitutes used in an urgent, emergency, personal or family situation must:

Rule 7.707.331.E. From a complaint. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Personnel files for each employee, substitute, and volunteer must contain all required information within thirty (30) calendar days of the first day of employment, volunteering, or functioning as a substitute.

Rule 7.707.36.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

The primary provider must supervise and know the location and activity of all children at all times while they are in care.

Rule 7.707.741.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Health/Sanitation/Children’s Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

Parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be allowed access to their children and all approved and licensed areas at all times.

Rule 7.707.742.K.2. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Health/Sanitation/Children’s Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Sleep/Waking Time. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 7, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.

In the infant room, soft bedding or materials that could pose a suffocation hazard are not permitted in cribs, futons approved for infants or other approved sleep/rest equipment. Soft bedding means, but is not limited to, any soft sleep surface like bumper pads, pillows, blankets, quilts, comforters, sleep positioning devices, sheepskins, blankets, flat sheets, cloth diapers, bibs, plush toys, and stuffed animals.

Rule 7.707.75.H.2. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Sleep/Waking Time. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 19, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jun 1, 2023.