Lori Sallady / Lori's Little Learners

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.”

37.95.141 CHILDREN’S RECORDS (Child File Review)

“4. Prior to a child being enrolled or entered into a child care facility, the following information, signed by the parent or guardian, must be on file: a. written information on each child explaining any special needs of the child, including allergies; b. a release or authorization of persons allowed to pick up the child; c. necessary medical forms, including all medication authorization and administration logs, signed and updated immunization records and the names of emergency contact persons; and d. an emergency consent form. This form must accompany staff when children are away from the day care site for activities.”

37.95.1005 INFANT’S AND TODDLERS, SLEEPING (Sleeping)

“3. Each infant shall be provided with a crib or play pen for sleeping. At the discretion of the parent and provider, a cot or mat may be used once a child turns one year of age as long as a safe sleep environment is provided. Children one year of age through 18 months who are placed on a mat must have a signed permission statement in the file indicating that the parent has given permission for their child to be placed on a mat. When cots and mats are used, an early childhood teacher must remain with the child while they are sleeping. a. Infants and toddlers must not be allowed to sleep in a car seat, infant swing, or other infant apparatus. b. Cot or mat surfaces may be of plastic or canvas or other material, which can be cleaned with detergent solution and allowed to air dry.”

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.”

37.95.1005 INFANT’S AND TODDLERS, SLEEPING (Sleeping)

“7. All pillows, quilts, comforters, heavy blankets, sheepskins, bumper pads, stuffed toys, and other soft products must be removed from the crib and play pen when an infant is laid down for sleep.”