Little Sprouts Early Learning Group

37.95.711 NUTRITION (Parent Information)

“5. Menu plans shall be available to parent upon request.”

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

“3. All child care facilities must have operating UL smoke alarms on each floor of the facility, installed in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Smoke alarms must be installed in front of the doors to stairways, in corridors of all floors, and in all rooms where children sleep.”

37.95.128 DOCUMENTATION OF THE ABSENCE OF UNUSUAL HEALTH RISKS FOR CHILDREN UNDER AGE TWO (Child File Review)

“1. A day care facility must have on file a health record form, provided by the department, concerning any special health risks that would affect other children. This must be obtained and kept on file by the provider prior to residence or enrollment of any child under age two at the day care facility. The health record form must be signed by: a. a physician licensed to practice medicine in Montana pursuant to Title 37, chapter 3, MCA; or b. a physician assistant-certified licensed to practice in Montana and practicing under a utilization plan approved by the board of medical examiners; or c. a person licensed in Montana as a professional nurse and recognized by the board of nursing as a nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist; or d. a naturopathic physician licensed under Title 37, chapter 26, MCA”

37.95.124 Fire Safety Requirements (Facility Records)

“1. All child care facilities must have a written emergency disaster plan. The plan for each structure used for child care must be developed in such a way that the plan can be followed in the event of a natural or human-caused disaster, such as flood, fire, tornado, or responding to an intruder. 2. Emergency disaster plans must include: a. an emergency supply of blankets, water, food, and supplies; b. plans for evacuation, including identification of at least one off-site gathering point; c. plans for evacuation of nonmobile children and children with special health care needs; d. contingencies that address: (i) children's individual needs; and (ii) staff responsibilities e. plans for reunification of children with their parents; f. plans for shelter in place and lock down; and g. plans for continuity of operation.”

37.95.115 DAY CARE PARENT INFORMATION (Parent Information)

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.”

37.95.706 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.”

37.95.711 NUTRITION (Parent Information)

“5. Menu plans shall be available to parent upon request.”

37.95.160 STAFF RECORDS (Caregiver File Review)

“1. The director must maintain records regarding each staff member, according to their role type, which include: a. verification of CPR and pediatric first aid training; b. a copy of the release of information for background checks; c. health statement and contact information; d. immunization records that establish compliance with ARM 37.95.184; and e. acknowledgement of child care facility's policy on identifying and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.”

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.”

37.95.715 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.”