Kiddie Cats Child Care & Learning Center

The center will provide sufficient and safe indoor play equipment, materials, and furniture. It must meet the developmental, activity and special needs of the children.

Rule 109.11(2)a.

Each infant and toddler shall be diapered in a sanitary manner as frequently as needed at a central diapering area. Diapering, sanitation, and hand-washing procedures shall be posted and implemented in every diapering area. There shall be at least one changing table for every 15 infants.

Rule 109.12(4)b.

Written policies on: •Enrollment and discharge. •Field trips and non-center activities. •Discipline/Behavior/Biting. •Nutrition. •Health and safety policies. •Transportation if applicable. •Assurance people do not have unauthorized access to children at the center. •Protecting children’s confidentiality.

Rule 109.4(1).

Preschool (for children five years and younger not enrolled in school): Physical exam report submitted within 30 days of admission, was obtained no more than 12 months prior to admission, is signed by a licensed MD, DO, Chiropractor, PA, or ARNP, and contains health history; present health status including allergies, medications, and acute/chronic conditions; and recommendations for continued care if necessary.

Rule 109.9(2)i.

109.9(3)

Rule 109.9(3).

109.10(1)a

Rule 109.10(1)a.

Emergency instructions, phone numbers, and diagrams for fire, tornado, and flood shall be visibly posted and documented at least once a month for fire and tornado. Records shall be maintained for current and previous year.

Rule 109.10(15)b.

Record of monthly inspections of outdoor recreation area and equipment shall be kept.

Rule 109.11(3)d.

Centers at ground level that use basement area as program space, or have a basement beneath program space: Testing and plan for remedy of radon is conducted.

Rule 109.11(7)b.

All centers: Annual inspection prior to heating season of all fuel-burning appliances to reduce risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and shall install one carbon monoxide detector on each floor that conforms to UL Standard 2034.

Rule 109.11(7)c.

Program provides a curriculum or program of activities that promotes self-esteem and positive self-image, social interaction, self-expression and communication, creative expression, and problem-solving skills.

Rule 109.12(1)a.

•Center shall follow minimum CACFP menu patterns for meals and snacks. •Menus planned one week in advance, made available to parents, and kept on file with substitutions noted. •Avoid foods with high incident rate of causing choking.

Rule 109.15(2).

All files contain: 1.A signed copy of DHS criminal history record check or any other permission form approved by the Department of public Safety for conducting an Iowa or national criminal history check. 2.A copy of Request for Child Abuse Information. 3.Copies of the results of Iowa records checks conducted. 4.Copies of national criminal history check results. 5.Any Department-issued documents sent to the center related to records check.

Rule 109.9(1)b.

All files contain documentation to indicate that ongoing staff training requirements are met, including current certifications in first aid/CPR and mandatory child abuse training.

Rule 109.9(1)e.

All files are updated at least annually and when a change occurs.

Rule 109.9(2).

Staff hand washing: The center shall ensure staff demonstrate clean personal hygiene. Staff shall wash hands: 1.Upon arrival at the center. 2.Immediately before eating or participating in food service activity. 3.After diapering a child. 4.Before leaving the rest room either with a child or by themselves. 5.Before and after administering nonemergency first aid if gloves are not worn. 6.After handling animals or cleaning cages.

Rule 109.10(7).

Children’s hand washing: Center shall ensure staff assist children in personal hygiene. For each infant or child with a disability, a separate cloth for washing and one for rinsing may be used in place of running water. Children’s hands shall be washed: 1.Immediately before eating or participating in food service activity. 2.After using the restroom or being diapered. 3.After handling animals.

Rule 109.10(8).

Center shall ensure that: 1.Facility and premises are sanitary, safe, and hazard free. 2.Adequate indoor and outdoor space is provided. The outdoor area shall include safe play equipment and area of shade. 3.Sufficient space provided for dining. 4.Sufficient lighting shall be provided. 5.Sufficient ventilation. 6.Sufficient heating. 7.sufficient cooling. 8.Sufficient bathroom and diapering facilities. 9.Equipment, including kitchen appliances, are maintained so as not to result in burns, shock, or injury to children. 10.Sanitation and safety procedures for the center are developed and implemented to reduce risk or injury or harm to children and reduce transmission of disease.

Rule 109.11(3)a.

Centers at ground level that use basement area as program space, or have a basement beneath program space: Testing and plan for remedy of radon is conducted.

Rule 109.11(7)b.

•Sufficient toilet articles are provided for handwashing. •Sufficient and safe indoor play equipment, materials, and furniture that conforms with CPSC or ASTM. •Play equipment, materials, and furniture meet the developmental, activity, and special needs of the children. •Room’s arrangement does not obstruct the direct observation of children. •Individual covered mats, beds, or cots, and appropriate bedding is provided for all children who nap. •Procedures are developed and implemented to maintain equipment and materials in a sanitary manner. •Sufficient spacing is maintained between equipment to reduce transmission of disease and allow ease of movement by children and staff to respond to activities and care needs. •Sanitary procedures are followed for use and storage of personal hygiene articles.

Rule 109.12(4).

Center repeats Iowa record checks at a minimum of every two years or when aware of additional child abuse or criminal history that occurs.

Rule 109.6(6)c.

Center repeats national criminal history checks at a minimum of every four years or when aware of additional history that occurs.

Rule 109.6(6)d.

Center directors and all staff have the required contact hours of training.

Rule 109.7(2).

All files contain a pre-employment physical exam report completed within six months prior to hire and at least every three years. Physical exams shall be documented on form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report.

Rule 109.9(1)d.

All files contain documentation to indicate that ongoing staff training requirements are met, including current certifications in first aid/CPR and mandatory child abuse training.

Rule 109.9(1)e.

All files are updated at least annually and when a change occurs.

Rule 109.9(2).