Poje, Tara

With the exception of children meeting the criteria of section 417.11(a)(6) children enrolled in child day care must remain current with their immunizations in accordance with the current schedule for required immunizations established in the New York Public Health Law.

Rule 417.11(a)(7).

The Office shall require the child day care program to immediately post upon receipt, in a prominent place at the program that is visible to parents, a copy of the most recent compliance history report issued to the program by the Office.

Rule 413.3(g)(3)(i). Corrected during the inspection.

All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers, and must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

Rule 417.5(j). Corrected during the inspection.

One caregiver may care for a maximum of six children younger than school age, or eight children when at least two of the eight children are school aged.

Rule 417.8(j)(1).

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child’s medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Rule 417.11(a)(1).

The program must keep documentation of immunizations the child has received to date, in accordance with New York State Public Health Law.

Rule 417.11(a)(3).

Mid-point requirements for four-year registration. At the two-year calendar date in a four year registration cycle, a program must be in compliance with the following mid-point requirements and be able to show proof of compliance to the Office when requested: Where a program uses a private water supply, a report from a state licensed laboratory or individual, based on tests performed within the 12 months preceding the calendar date of the two-year mark in a four year registration, showing that the water meets standards for drinking water established by the New York State Department of Health;

Rule 417.15(b)(25)(i).

The license and record of vaccinations must be available to the Office when requested.

Rule 417.5(l)(4).

The program must give the parent, at the time of admission of the child, a written policy statement including but not limited to:

Rule 417.15(b)(22).

Mid-point requirements for four-year registration. At the two-year calendar date in a four year registration cycle, a program must be in compliance with the following mid-point requirements and be able to show proof of compliance to the Office when requested: Where a program uses a private water supply, a report from a state licensed laboratory or individual, based on tests performed within the 12 months preceding the calendar date of the two-year mark in a four year registration, showing that the water meets standards for drinking water established by the New York State Department of Health;

Rule 417.15(b)(25)(i).

Mid-point requirements for four-year registration. At the two-year calendar date in a four year registration cycle, a program must be in compliance with the following mid-point requirements and be able to show proof of compliance to the Office when requested: proof of compliance with the training requirements of section 417.14.

Rule 417.15(b)(25)(iii).

The program must maintain on file at the family day care home, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the name, address, gender, and date of birth of each child and each child’s parents names, addresses, telephone numbers and place(s) at which parents or other persons responsible for the child can be reached in case of an emergency;

Rule 417.15(c)(3).

The program must maintain on file at the family day care home, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Rule 417.15(c)(6).

The provisions specified on the registration are binding and the family day care home must operate in compliance with the terms of the registration. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the family day care home at any one time.

Rule 417.15(a)(9). Corrected during the inspection.

One caregiver may care for a maximum of six children younger than school age, or eight children when at least two of the eight children are school aged.

Rule 417.8(j)(1). Corrected during the inspection.

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child’s medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Rule 417.11(a)(1).

The program must give the parent, at the time of admission of the child, a written policy statement including but not limited to:

Rule 417.15(b)(22).

The caregivers, employees, volunteers and all members of the household must be in good health and be of good character and habits.

Rule 417.15(b)(4).

The program must maintain on file at the family day care home, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the name, address, gender, and date of birth of each child and each child’s parents names, addresses, telephone numbers and place(s) at which parents or other persons responsible for the child can be reached in case of an emergency;

Rule 417.15(c)(3).

The program must maintain on file at the family day care home, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the names and addresses of persons authorized to take the child(ren) from the family day care home;

Rule 417.15(c)(4).

The program must keep documentation of immunizations the child has received to date, in accordance with New York State Public Health Law.

Rule 417.11(a)(3).