Ryan, Gemma

7.07(10) — Indoor Hazards

Indoor Hazards Indoor Space. The indoor space must be clean, safely maintained, well-ventilated and well-lit, of sufficient size for the children served, and must encourage play and learning. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Re-Activate Provider Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(01), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(15)(d), 7.09(15)(e), 7.09(15)(f), 7.09(16)(c), 7.09(17)(a), 7.09(18)(d), 7.09(19)(b) — EEC Essentials 2.0 Refresher

EEC Essentials 2.0 Refresher Training. All educators must be trained in the program’s emergency and evacuation procedures, in standard precautions and in medication administration procedures., documentation of orientation, training and professional development, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(15)(d-f), 7.09(16)(c) and 7.09(17)(a), and 7.11(1), 7.09 (18)(d), and 7.09(19)(b),as applicable;, Program Orientation. The licensee must inform all educators of the location of the children’s records and the first aid kit and of all procedures pertaining to the operation of the program, including, but not limited to, emergency procedures, variances, first aid procedures, supervision, child guidance, children’s individual health care plans, including infant sleeping positions, and the curriculum plan., In-Service Training. All licensees, certified assistants, and any educator who may be alone with children must maintain current certification of training in basic first aid and CPR, in accordance with EEC policy. Training in first aid and CPR may not be counted toward Professional Development hours., Professional Development., Educators in small group and school age child care must complete ten hours of professional development activities per year. At least one third of the required professional development must address diverse learners., Educator Orientation. The licensee must provide and document orientation for all employees., Professional Development. Educators in large group and school age child care programs must participate in professional development activities as follows:, Professional Development. Educators in large group and school age child care programs must participate in professional development activities as follows: Domain: Administration. Re-Activate Provider Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.08(06) — Parent Handbook

Parent Handbook Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Domain: Family Involvement. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(14)(a) — Required Postings

Required Postings “Call 911” reminder and the telephone number and address of the program, including the location of the program in the facility; Domain: Postings. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Space (health risks)

Space (health risks) Safety Requirements for Equipment, Materials and Furnishings. The licensee must only use indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games that are appropriate to the ages, needs and developmental level of the children enrolled. They must be sturdy, safely constructed and installed, non-tippable, flame retardant, easily cleaned, and free from lead paint, protruding nails, rust, and other hazards that may be dangerous to children., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children., Unless otherwise specified in a child’s individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).