Crystal River Elementary Early Childhood Cent

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, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 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: Sep 4, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2026.

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: Sep 4, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2026.

Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Rule 2.225.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2026.

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, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2026.

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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 4, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2026.

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 2.212.G. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 5, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 13, 2026.

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 2.213.F. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jun 5, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 13, 2026.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 22, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 14, 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 23, 2026.

Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.E. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 25, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 25, 2026.

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: Feb 25, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 25, 2026.

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 25, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 25, 2026.

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: Jan 30, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 13, 2026.

Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.E. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 7, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 2026.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jan 7, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 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. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 16, 2025.

All groups of children must be actively supervised by a qualified early childhood teacher at all times.

Rule 2.226.C.2. CDEC’s category: Meals/Snacks/Activities. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 16, 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: Dec 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 16, 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: Dec 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Dec 16, 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:Parent(s)/guardian(s) names; home and e-mail addresses; telephone numbers, including home, work, and cell numbers; employer name and work address; and, any special instructions as to how the parent(s)/guardian(s) may be reached during the hours that the child is in care at the center;

Rule 2.209.A.2. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 1, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment and annually, all staff responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunizations records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course.

Rule 2.213.N. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Oct 24, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 1, 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: Sep 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 1, 2025.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 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: Sep 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 1, 2025.

All climbing equipment eighteen (18) inches or higher must have resilient surfacing of at least six (6) inches in the use zone surrounding the equipment.

Rule 2.230.C.1.a. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 25, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Oct 1, 2025.

The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, and must include at a minimum the following information: The procedures for emergencies and disaster preparedness such as but not limited to lost children, tornadoes, fires, shelter in place, lockdown, active shooter on premises, reunification with families after emergency or disaster, and evacuating children with disabilities as specified in rule section 2.136, of the “General Rules for Child Care Facilities”;

Rule 2.206.B.11. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 30, 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: May 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 30, 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: May 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 30, 2025.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 27, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 30, 2025.

Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.E. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 6, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 22, 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: May 6, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: May 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: Apr 11, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 11, 2025.

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: Mar 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 3, 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: Mar 18, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 3, 2025.

All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.

Rule 2.217.C.8. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 6, 2025.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 4, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 6, 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: Feb 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 3, 2025.

A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children’s age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

Rule 2.230.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 3, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 3, 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: Jan 13, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 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: Jan 13, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 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: Jan 13, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 2025.

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: Jan 13, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 21, 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: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2024.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment at the center, each staff member must read and be instructed about all licensing rules governing child care centers. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the licensing rules.

Rule 2.212.K. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 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 2.212.N. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2024.

Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.D. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 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: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2024.

Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.E. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 2024.

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: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 11, 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: Nov 5, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Nov 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: Sep 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2024.

Thumb tacks must not be used in areas accessible to children less than three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.E. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2024.

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: Sep 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 2024.

A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children’s age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

Rule 2.230.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Sep 16, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Sep 23, 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: Apr 30, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 30, 2024.

A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children’s age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

Rule 2.230.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 30, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 30, 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 11, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 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: Mar 11, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 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: Mar 11, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

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: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 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. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

All medications, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to staff trained in administering medication. Controlled medications must be counted and safely secured, and specific policies regarding their handling require special attention in the center’s policies. Access to these medications must be limited.

Rule 2.220.G. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

Guidance used at the center must be appropriate to the development of the child and is used as an opportunity to teach children social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, problem-solving, and empathy for others.

Rule 2.225.A. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

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: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

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

Rule 2.225.G. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

Any form of restraint is not permitted.

Rule 2.225.H. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Guidance. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

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

Rule 2.229.C. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

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

Rule 2.229.G. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 2024.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.H. From a complaint. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 29, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 18, 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: Jan 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 2024.

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 2.213.F. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 2024.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.H. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 2024.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(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 2.213.I. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 21, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 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 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 2024.

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: Jan 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 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: Jan 22, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 30, 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: Dec 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 10, 2024.

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

Rule 2.229.G. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 10, 2024.

Sharp tools and instruments must be stored in areas inaccessible to children.

Rule 2.229.H. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Dec 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 10, 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: Dec 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jan 10, 2024.

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 18, 2023.

For security purposes, a sign-in/sign-out sheet or other mechanism for parents/guardians, or staff if children are being transported, must be maintained daily by the center. It must include, for each child in care, the date, the child’s name, the time when the child arrived at and left the center, and the parent /guardian or staff member’s signature or other unique identifier. For children who are transported, parent(s)/guardian(s) must verify the accuracy of the sign-in/sign-out sheet at least weekly.

Rule 7.702.32.A. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 28, 2023.

All Department-approved Child Care Health Consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.

Rule 7.702.46.C.8. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 18, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 28, 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: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 28, 2023.