Boys & Girls Club of Greater Haverhill

7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records

Staff Records documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification;, 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;, All educators must attend an orientation to early education and care approved by the Department. Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

14.02 — BRCs on all potential employees

BRCs on all potential employees EEC’s BRC regulations are designed to ensure the completion of BRCs on individuals subject to EEC’s oversight, including those in receipt of federal Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) funding pursuant to the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Act of 2014 at 42 USC § 9858 and funding through the Families First Prevention Services Act of 2017 at 42 USC § 471(a)(20)(D). Further, BRCs shall be performed in accordance with the statutory framework of M.G.L. c. 15D, §§ 7 and 8, 606 CMR 14.00 and consistent with the timelines established by EEC regulations or policy. EEC is responsible for reviewing all disqualifying information for candidates, with the exception of candidates for adoptive and foster parents to the extent authorized by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and state statute. EEC may delegate to another Commonwealth entity its authority to complete BRCs through a Memorandum of Understanding or other applicable agreement to the extent permitted by state and federal law. While effective immediately, EEC will implement the provisions of 606 CMR 14.00 in phases and provide updated timetables for implementation within its written policies. Nothing in 606 CMR 14.00 shall be construed to create a private right of action if an EEC licensed, approved or funded program has acted in accordance with 606 CMR 14.00 and any policies adopted thereunder. Domain: BRC Information. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(02), 7.07(03) — Building Inspection and Fire Inspection

Building Inspection and Fire Inspection Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, Fire Inspection. Every program not located in a residence must submit evidence of compliance with applicable fire codes. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records - R Apr 2025

Staff Records - R Apr 2025 documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification;, 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;, All educators must attend an orientation to early education and care approved by the Department. Domain: Administration. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(07) — Children's records and checklist - R Apr 2025

Children's records and checklist - R Apr 2025 Children’s Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes: Domain: Administration. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.04(18)(d)(01) — Staff records checklist

Staff records checklist a current staff records check list that reflects all regular employees, Domain: Administration. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.10(05) — Supervision of children

Supervision of children Supervision of Children: In addition to interacting with children as required by 606 CMR 7.05, all licensees and educators must exercise appropriate supervision of the children in their care in order to ensure their health and safety at all times. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. Domain: Care of Children. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.06(01)(c), 7.06(01)(b) — Sufficient materials & equipment visible, available, and accessible

Sufficient materials & equipment visible, available, and accessible The licensee must ensure that:, The licensee must have evidence of a plan describing how program activities support and engage children through specific learning experiences. Such plan must be appropriate to the ages and development of the children served, to the length of the program day and to the program objectives. As appropriate, children must participate in the development of the plan, and the plan must provide for: Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(13)(d), 7.07(01), 7.07(02), 7.07(10) — Indoor Space

Indoor Space All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards., 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., Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, 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. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(10)(m) — Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily

Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily Refuse. Garbage must be kept in lined and covered containers and all trash containers must be emptied at least daily. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.03(03)

Renewal. In preparing for renewal of a license, certificate or letter of approval the licensee or person holding the certificate or letter of approval must file a written application for renewal on forms provided by the Department and pay any required application fee not less than 30 days before the date of expiration of the current license, certificate, or letter of approval. Provided that the application for renewal is filed timely, the license, certificate or letter of approval will remain in effect until the Department makes a final determination on the application. In addition, the applicant must: Domain: Review of Written Materials. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.11(07)(h) — Evacuation drill log, all groups

Evacuation drill log, all groups 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. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

7.07(01), 7.07(13)(g) — Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children

Staff monitor environment for hazards-Hazardous items not accessible to children 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., 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).