Infants and Other People

7.11(06)(f), 8.08(02)(a), 8.08(02)(b), 8.08(02)(c) — Transportation Plan, Policies, Procedures

Transportation Plan, Policies, Procedures Each child must carry on his/her person the name, address and telephone number of the educator or child care program whenever s/he is off the premises in the care of the program., Written Transportation Plan. The Program shall have a written plan for the safety and supervision of all children during transport. The plan shall describe how children are transported to and from the Program, in an emergency, and on field trips. The plan shall also address the safety and supervision of children who walk and who arrive by public transportation., Parental Consent for Transportation. The Program shall have written Parental consent for each child's individual transportation plan., Transportation Policies and Procedures. Whenever the Program provides or contracts for transportation for children, the Program must establish policies and procedures that are intended to keep children safe during transport. Whenever transportation is provided or contracted by the Program, the Program must ensure that: Domain: Transportation. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(01), 7.11(07)(h) — Emergency Evacuation - R Apr 2025

Emergency Evacuation - R Apr 2025 The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions., The educator must hold practice evacuation drills with all groups of children and all educators from each floor level of the approved space at least monthly. Drills must be held during different times of the program day, and must use alternative exits. The educator must document the date, time, exit route used, number of children evacuated and effectiveness of each drill. Domain: Emergency Preparedness. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).