A to Z Early Learners

37.95.705 GROUP AND FAMILY DAY CARE HOMES, BUILDING REQUIREMENTS (Exiting)

“8. Every bathroom door must be designed to permit the opening of the locked door from the outside in an emergency and the opening device must be readily accessible to the provider.”

37.95.708 OTHER FACILITY REQUIREMENTS (Inside Facility)

“3. Telephone numbers of the parents, the hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance, and the emergency Montana poison control center (1-800-222-1222) must be posted by each telephone.”

37.95.181 DAY CARE FACILITIES: MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION (Medication File)

“4. If the provider/facility elects to administer medication to children, the provider/facility must maintain the following documentation on site: a. A medication record which includes: i. the written authorization of the parents for the caregiver to administer medication; ii. the prescription by a health care provider if required; and iii. a medication administration log. b. a written medication administration policy which includes at a minimum: i. types of medication which may be administered; and ii. medication administration procedures to be followed, including the route of medication administration, the amount of medication given, and the times when medication is to be administered; and c. A health care and medication plan for children who may have special health care needs or those requiring medication for chronic health conditions which has been approved by a health care provider licensed in Montana.”

37.95.715 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (Parent Information)

“1. A written plan of daily activities and routines, in addition to free play, must be established. The plan must be flexible to accommodate the ages and needs of individual children and the group as a whole. It must be designed with intervals of stimulation and relaxation, and a balance between periods of active play and quiet play or rest.”

37.95.1005 INFANT’S AND TODDLERS, SLEEPING (Facility Records)

“10. The facility must develop a written policy that describes the practices to be used to promote a safe sleep environment when children under age two are napping or sleeping.”

37.95.121 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (Inside Facility)

“11. The Emergency Montana Poison Control Center number, 1-800-222-1222 must be posted at all telephone locations at the day care facility.”

37.95.706 GROUP AND FAMILY DAY CARE HOMES, FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (Fire Safety)

“2. A fire extinguisher must be easily accessible on each floor level, have a minimum level of extinguisher classification of 2A10BC, and be mounted near outside exit doors.”

37.95.141 CHILDREN’S RECORDS (Facility Records)

“2. The facility must have a master list of the name, address, and phone number of all children in their care and their parents.”

37.95.183 FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS (Registration/License Process)

“1. Each provider shall adopt and follow written policies for first aid consistent with recommendations from the American Red Cross. These policies must include but are not limited to: a. procedures for handling medical emergencies, including calling the Emergency Montana Poison Control center at 1 (800) 222-1222 when a child is suspected of having ingested any poisonous or toxic substance; and b. directions for calling parents or someone else designated as responsible for the child when a child is sick or injured.”

37.95.121 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (Inside Facility)

“1. Cleaning materials, flammable liquids, detergents, aerosol cans, and other poisonous and toxic materials must be kept in their original containers and in a place inaccessible to children. They must be used in such a way that will not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to the children. Bio-contaminants including blood, bodily fluids, and other infectious materials must be properly disposed of.”

37.95.121 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS (Facility Records)

“3. Any pet or animal, present at the facility, indoors or outdoors, must be in good health, show no evidence of carrying disease, and be a friendly companion of the children. The provider is responsible for maintaining the animal's vaccinations and vaccination records. These records must be made available to the department upon request. The provider must make reasonable efforts to keep stray animals off the premises.”

37.95.169 IDENTIFYING AND PREVENTING SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME AND ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA (Facility Records)

“2. A child care facility must have a written policy on identifying and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. a. The policy must include the following: how the child care facility will ensure all early childhood teachers and caregivers are knowledgeable about and able to recognize the signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; b. procedures for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught infant or child; and c. mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse and neglect as defined in ARM 37.95.171;”