Precious Beginnings Children’s Center

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(13)b.

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(4)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(4)d.

All staff (within first three months of employment): •Iowa’s training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse. •At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions. •Certification in First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. •Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the Department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. •Minimum health and safety trainings, (Essentials) approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.

Rule 109.7(1).

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

Rule 109.7(2).

All files contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.

Rule 109.9(2)d.

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.

109.10(15)a

Rule 109.10(15)a.

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.

Undergo record check process if: 1.It is included in meeting the required child/staff ratio. 2.Has direct responsibility for a child or children. 3.Has access to child or children when no other staff is present.

Rule 109.6(5)c.

No one owns, directs or works in the center who has been prohibited from involvement with child care.

Rule 109.6(6)h(2).

All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.

Rule 109.9(1)a.

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.

109.10(1)a

Rule 109.10(1)a.

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.

Signed statement indicating they have been informed of responsibilities as mandatory reporters.

Rule 109.6(5)b.

Undergo record check process if: 1.It is included in meeting the required child/staff ratio. 2.Has direct responsibility for a child or children. 3.Has access to child or children when no other staff is present.

Rule 109.6(5)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.

All files contain statement signed by staff indicating whether they have a criminal conviction or founded child/dependent adult abuse.

Rule 109.9(1)a.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

109.10(15)a

Rule 109.10(15)a.

Medical and dental emergencies: Center shall have sufficient information and authorization to meet medical and dental emergencies of children. Shall have written procedures for emergencies and shall ensure that staff are knowledgeable of and able to implement the procedures.

Rule 109.10(2).

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

Rule 109.11(3)d.

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.

Postings are required for: •The certificate of license. •Notice of exposure to communicable disease. •Notice of decision to deny, suspend, or revoke center license or reduce to provisional status. All postings shall be conspicuously placed at main entrance of center.

Rule 109.4(3)a.

Postings are required for: •Mandatory reporter requirements. •Notice of availability of handbook. •Program activities. These shall be posted in area frequented by parents or public.

Rule 109.4(3)b.

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.

All staff(within first 3 months of employment) •Two hours of approved training FOR the mandatory reporting of child abuse. •At least one hour of training regarding universal precautions and infectious disease control. •Certification in American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health institute or MEDIC First Aid infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) OR equivalent certification approved by the department. A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. •Certification in infant, child, and adult first aid that uses a nationally recognized curriculum or is received from a nationally recognized training organization including the American Red Cross,American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute or MEDIC First Aid or an equivalent certification approved by the department.A valid certificate indicating the date of training and expiration date shall be maintained. •Minimum health and safety trainings, approved by the Department. If significant changes occur to content, the Department may require the training be renewed.

Rule 109.7(1).

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 contain sufficient information and authorization to allow the center to secure emergency medical and dental services at any time child is in center’s care.

Rule 109.9(2)b.