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Electrical Outlet. A center shall ensure that when an electrical outlet within reach of a child younger than school age is not in use, it is protected by a cover.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

A positive inspection from the county Department of Health, including the Department of Health Child Care Center Inspection Report and the Department of Health Inspection Report for Food Service Establishments;

Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2026

For staff currently employed, a center shall keep on file a health assessment that is updated every two years except the tuberculosis risk assessment or tuberculosis screening discussed above.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

That the surface of the play area in an equipment use zone complies with the current Consumer Product Safety Commission's publication entitled "Public Playground Safety Handbook," publication # 325, sections 2.4. et seq. and 5.3. et seq. A licensee whose outdoor space was approved prior to July 1, 2014, and who remains in compliance with the previous rule, and who does not undergo renovation or relocation of the outdoor space, has until July 1, 2018, to comply with the current requirements.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

A licensee shall submit an application for renewal of a license or certificate of approval to the Secretary not less than 60 days prior to the expiration of the current license.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

For each product containing potentially hazardous chemicals, a center has on file a material safety data sheet, available at the point of purchase or from the manufacturer.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

A center shall update the documentation of a completed background check in each staff member's file at the expiration of rap back enrollment.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Products containing potentially hazardous chemicals, including identified poisons, medications, certain cleaning supplies, and art supplies, not clearly labeled as "nontoxic," are inaccessible to the children in a locked cabinet away from food, and when possible, stored in their original containers and never in containers originally designed for food; and

Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026

All staff in positions that are not qualified staff positions shall have training within the first three months of employment related to their responsibilities, renew child abuse and neglect recognition every three years and keep first aid and CPR certification current.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

A center shall have a plan for evacuating the center in an emergency posted by the telephone in each room of the center that identifies staff members responsible for implementing the plan that includes:

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

The center shall ensure that the floor area immediately adjacent to the diaper changing table has a moisture-resistant, non-absorbent surface extending three feet from the base of the table on all sides, except when one side of the table is against a wall.

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Periodically throughout the day, the staff member responsible for each group of children shall check the daily roster to ensure that all children are present or accounted for.

Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026

For each singe-age group at a center, the center shall maintain the staff-to-child ratio and group size described in Table A of Appendix 78-1-E of this rule;

Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025

Diapering and Toileting. A center shall ensure that diapering and toilet training follow the guidelines in Appendix 78-1-D of this rule.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

Before giving medication;

Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025

Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child less than four years of age, and that balloons are completely prohibited in a center that serves children less than school age.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2025

A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A significant health history which the center needs to know in order to protect the health of the employee or the health and safety of children in care;

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening;

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within three months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A statement that the prospective staff member has no known condition or disease which would interfere with the proper care of children; and

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A center shall document that preservice training and orientation training was provided by having the staff member and center director sign a statement acknowledging receiving both preservice and orientation training and shall keep the statement in the staff member's file.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

A fitness determination of eligibility from the WV CARES unit; and

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within three months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section.

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025

Permit direct access to emergency exits; and

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

Provide clear sight lines for staff supervision;

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

Pillows or soft, fluffy bedding shall not be used for the child 12 months of age and under;

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

Until a child is able to hold a bottle securely, a staff member shall hold the child while bottle feeding. When a child is no longer being held for feeding, the staff shall ensure that seating is age-appropriate and shall not prop bottles or allow the child to carry a bottle while moving about or walking.

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

Each group limits the use of screen media to not more than 75 minutes per week for each child between the ages of two years and school age, and for educational or physical activity use only;

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

The children have adequate supervision at all times;

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

Jumpers and infant walkers are prohibited.

Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

The media is developmentally appropriate and supports creative play and learning;

Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2025

Staff members are available to support the activity by discussing the use of the active media with the child;

Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2025

The children have adequate supervision at all times;

Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2025

Rule 8.7.c: All qualified staff shall complete the approved training which is necessary to keep the credential current

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Rule 8.6.d: Prior to or during the first week or employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Rule 10.1.a: The children have adequate supervision at all times

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.3.d.2: Written references, including three (3) references for the center director and two (2) references for other staff members

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.6.f.1: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within six (6) months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Rule 8.3.b.1: A center shall conduct performance evaluations on all staff at least once a year

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.3.a: A center shall provide each new staff member with a notification letter that includes his or her position title, qualifications, duties and responsibilities at the time of hiring

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 20.2.a: Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.3.d.1: A current job description:

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.5.g.2: A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”

Rule 7.4.n: The name and telephone number of school-age child's school

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.5.g.4: A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.4.c.1: A completed, signed and witnessed Statement of Criminal Records. A copy of the statement shall be on file no later than the date of hire

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 20.2.c.3: Provide clear sight lines for staff supervision

Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022

Rule 8.6.f.2: Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within six (6) months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section

“Corrective action plan outcome: Pending.”