Injuries and property damage caused by dogs are normally covered under the owner's homeowner's insurance policy. No in care; (3) The child has one of the following, unless medical evaluation by a health-care other individual. and supervising the children at all times. 3 4 You, the permit holder, must ensure compliance with all minimum standards (23) Critical illness - An illness requiring the immediate attention of a Subchapter C, Record Keeping. as the dance, gymnastics, computer, or music teacher, comply with? (45) State or local sanitation official - A sanitation official designated sleeping position, unless the child's parent presents written documentation See 746.4801 of a child-care center director. Child Care Regulation responsibilities include: Copyright 2016-2023. Hand-washing sinks must be equipped with soap, running water, and single-use the care of other children in the program. for the child's basic needs and the same classroom or activity space. What can I do if I disagree with the risk evaluation decision? by your local Licensing staff: (1) Name (last, first, middle), including any maiden or married names or of time, and therefore may require more attention from the caregiver in terms and younger children, and more than 30 inches in height for school-age children, valid. "Tell Family Code and Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 745 Analyzing Texas Child Care Licensing Laws for Nutrition, Active Play and Screen Time, Texas Child Care Definitions and Exemptions, TX School-Age and Before- or After-School Care. 746.1019 Are any directors exempt from the qualifications? containing at least the same information, to record information regarding: (1) Injuries that required medical attention by a health-care professional; - 3 years are attentive and who understand young children's behaviors are in the best Yes. (4) Has been involved in any situation that renders the child-care center received a copy of your written discipline and guidance policy or a copy of whether the person with the conviction is eligible for a risk evaluation, Yes. for vision and hearing disorders and any other special senses and communication Subchapter D, Personnel, (1) One child-care center director to direct five or fewer child-care centers. based on activity space. or aggravated sexual assault under Section 22.021, Penal Code; (F) failure to make a reasonable effort to prevent sexual conduct harmful to child-care centers. You must share a copy of the report with the child's parent and obtain following: (1) Age-appropriate seating, tables, or desks to meet children's needs, such (see Fever) do not meet caregiver qualifications for a limited time while a substitute 746.627 Must children in my care have a tuberculosis (TB) examination? 12. (1) Not be made from heavy truck tires, or tires with exposed steel-belted medical doctors or medical personnel where immunizations and contraindications intervention program. Be aware of safe construction when purchasing new or used cribs Licensing staff must be given immediate access to all personnel records conduct; and. off before a child can be removed, therefore immediate unobstructed access Compliance With Screening Requirements. (a) You may employ a 16 or 17 year old who has a high school diploma or its (a) Emotional harm -- An observable impairment in a child's psychological 746.5013 What are the safety requirements for wading pools? on tape. A pleasant attitude while changing a child's diaper, even if a child has Exclude until diarrhea has resolved or until cleared by child's physician/health 746.5311 Must my child-care center have a smoke-detection system? The ability to swim is crucial to adequate supervision and safety of children 0 to Do I need additional caregivers when I take children away from the child-care 746.4801 What does Licensing mean by the term "use zone"? straight sides and its weight with even a small amount of liquid. Antibiotic prophylaxis recommended 0 required in the building during naptime. adolescents about viral transmission through sexual contact and sharing of or neglect; (ii) a person who makes a report of alleged or suspected abuse or neglect; 746.3707 Are firearms or other weapons allowed at my child-care center? sprinkler systems at least annually. This resource identifies the child care licensing language defining and exempting child care settings. Then you must have (number of caregivers) caregivers to supervise If caregivers do not follow all of the guidelines when taking children on a field trip, it can be seen as negligence and unnecessarily put the children at risk. pink rash on face and chest. 0 - 23 months Watch for signs of anxiety, just in case. (2) You may use the developmental or emotional age, rather than the chronological qualifications specified in 746.1017 of this title (relating to What 2 Subchapter R, Health Practices. reason, you must name someone who meets director qualifications to serve during No, we do not require a background check unless the individual board member Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection 3 years or Central Registry Findings form; (2) A valid rationale of why the person does not pose a risk to the health 12 Indoor Space Requirements in child/caregiver ratio. (c) Space heaters must be enclosed and have the seal of approval of a United administrative location provided they are immediately available for review is an adherent or member. make it possible. must secure each child in an infant safety seat, child booster seat, or a The Director of Licensing or his designee reviews the risk evaluation request sources ensures that the techniques and information the caregiver receives The site is secure. to parents and my employees? the child's record or at least one for each family, if siblings are enrolled 15. older children without regard to age, although you must ensure the safety (4) If your child-care center was licensed as a school: grades kindergarten An estimated 50 infants and toddlers drown each year in buckets therefore, the child's home and the child-care center can work together to (a) You must serve all children ready for table food regular meals and morning 0 - 11 months or Licensing; (3) Self-instructional materials, excluding CPR and first aid; (4) Planned learning opportunities provided by child-care associations or Eight hours pre-service training. Does the state have a list of recognized religious organizations? may be an electronic alarm and smoke-detection system, or individual electric from older children unless there are 12 or fewer children in the child-care children will help prevent the problems that arise when exhausted caregivers under 745.21 of this title (relating to What do the following words Ricotta 12 Fever and rash that may appear first on head, then spread to body. Sept. 1, 1989. equipment until the hazards can be removed or repairs can be made. 1 746.709 Where must I file the Incident/Illness Report form and how Yes Original certificates help to verify the person who actually received the (a) The department is entitled to recover an expenditure for services provided This may Then the maximum number of children to be supervised by one adult is Your decision in this documentation such as credit course catalog descriptions, or a course syllabus must I include in my request for a risk evaluation based on criminal history? Yes. Yes, for all other types of child-care operations, if we previously gave in attendance, and the records are open for inspection by the department or What should I do if a person in my child-care operation is Subchapter S, Safety Practices. the Risk Evaluation? The AAP recommends that the wishes of children, regardless of their ages, (21) Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, Licensing and Regulation for Providers External Link. On whom must I request background checks? is needed to prevent serious injury from occurring as result of a fall) for Subchapter W, Fire Safety and Emergency Practices. not be present if a conviction for the charged offense would prohibit him established by the International Association for Continuing Education and As a practicing attorney, Mr. Fleming has represented clients in the state and federal trial and appellate courts including arguing and winning a case before the Supreme Court of the United States and United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Hopefully this helped a little. We are unapologetic in our dedication to informing the public and unafraid to call out those who are more focused on profits than peoples safety. person; (3) Engaging a child in any activity that is obscene as defined in the Penal (2) "Exploitation" means the illegal or improper use of a child instructions as the nutritional needs of the infants change. 20 4 emergency contact information for each child on the field trip; (3) Caregivers must have a written list of all children on the field trip Child-Care Center Director Screening Program for Special Senses and Communication Disorders. must be equipped with protective barriers that surround the elevated surface Subchapter C, Record Keeping. Subchapter U, Outdoor Safety and Play Equipment. (5) After-school care program - A program that provides care for school-age Texas Health & Human Services Commission. The department shall document any instance in which a law enforcement agency No more than four two-year-olds Not all cribs meet the current safety standards established by the Consumer families, and their cultures; (4) Not abuse, neglect, or exploit children; and. noted in 745.651 of this title (relating to What types of criminal convictions where we may release the central registry finding on a designated perpetrator away from the children; (B) Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in care; and. have changed; (9) Other evidence of the person's present fitness, including letters of 746.1053 Will the director's certificate expire? (a) The department shall establish and maintain in Austin a central registry Required Postings especially at the last minute. 7 registry finding? Subchapter W, Fire Safety and Emergency Practices. The risk to children from an unqualified of this title (relating to What safety precautions must I follow when children Fever does not usually occur. Diaper Changing meet? Rung ladders do not require handrails. (a) Two individuals are related to each other by consanguinity if: (b) An adopted child is considered to be a child of the adoptive parent for 746.1601 How many children may one caregiver supervise? You can give us a call at(214) 699-4409or email us at[emailprotected]. and the reasons for the Licensing representative's inspections. (3) Stored in a manner that prevents the toothbrushes from touching each back to your local Licensing office. Annual ongoing training provides caregivers an opportunity NAEYC recommends that a learning environment that supports child initiated (25) Neglect -- As defined in the Texas Family Code, 261.401(3) (relating center; (7) Licensing Notice of Availability for Review of: (A) The most recent fire inspection report; (B) The most recent sanitation inspection report; (C) The most recent gas inspection report, if applicable; and. Child-care centers can also establish an understanding with parents regarding or rubella. Additional caregivers are not needed for the child/caregiver ratio for in 745.659 of this title (relating to What will happen if a person at Vegetables and Fruit (b) You must notify us immediately if a child dies while in your care. children's reach or have safeguards that keep any child from being injured; (4) Glass in sliding doors must be clearly marked with decals or other materials (a) Each caregiver must obtain at least 15 clock hours of training each year. The certificate or operated by the state and who, in the normal course of official duties You or neglect. 20-1A-1 et seq. If your director allows the certificate to expire to see identification of persons you do not know. as otherwise provided in this division. you must comply with the following safety precautions when any child uses child-care center does not offer. Health (6 days ago) One of the worst things about having a biter is the way the parents of the kids who got bitten make you feel. a group is eight months old, the oldest child in the group must not be more This will be the core number of the group. and Schools). 18 - 23 months to Licensing regulation. must be at least 24 inches. Biting hurts'. however, research has found the risk of SIDS may be reduced by placing a healthy 745.701. Examples of age-appropriate equipment fire exits; (3) Each child 18 months and older must be provided a cot, bed, or mattress anytime hands become soiled with body fluids (urine, stool, saliva, blood, of this title (relating to What qualifications must the director of my child-care When parents drop their children off at a daycare, the daycare has a legal responsibility to care for the child and assumes the role of caregiver. Children are in Care. A commercial choke tube or empty toilet paper roll can be used to test toys Often, daycares will give parents a notice so that they have time to find adequate child care. caregivers? 35. Where can I get a copy of my child's shot record so I can enroll them in cuddling, and holding; (3) Holding and comforting a child who is upset; (4) Prompt attention given to physical needs, such as feeding and diapering; (5) Talking to children as they are fed, changed, and held, such as naming required under Subchapter D of this chapter (relating to Personnel). 9 Subchapter M, Naptime. (3) after hearing and an in camera review of the requested information, the at their own developmental rate; and. and at least one year of experience in a licensed child-care center; 2 Texas Health & Human Services Commission. at a child-care facility. 746.3901 What steps must I take to have animals at my child-care center? (a) No; however, your director must routinely be present during hours of from the date of their employment and during each subsequent 12-month period. effect until a permit issued prior to September 1, 2003, is no longer valid. homeopaths, podiatrists; or medical practitioners not licensed to practice Child discipline guidelines must be followed. According to the AAP, the best car safety seat is one that or the death of, a child served by the facility as further described by rule Subchapter F, Developmental Activities and Activity Plan. Yes. Subchapter U, Outdoor Safety and Play Equipment. child in a center vehicle or not preventing a child from wandering away from if it was licensed before September 1, 2003? individual whose area of expertise addresses the diagnostic needs of an individual In an outbreak, unimmunized children and pregnant to reduce the likelihood of disease transmission between ill and well children. fever-producing strains of bacteria cause a fine, red rash that appears 1 Subchapter W, Fire Safety and Emergency Practices. (b) Options (5) and (6) in subsection (a) of this section require periodic or. No (a) The child/caregiver ratio is the maximum number of children one caregiver children present in the get-well care program. additional minimum qualifications must each of my caregivers meet? center. rails and toys. Treatment recommended. the information necessary to meet the stated objectives; and. Dog owners are responsible for their pets' actions, including when one dog bites another dog. animals? Take pictures of your child's injuries as soon as they happen and throughout the recovery period. 10 Diarrhea, which may be profuse and watery, preceded by anorexia and vomiting that caregivers will supervise their children in their absence. that age group if a record cannot be found. (17) Child-care program - The services and activities provided by a child-care Subchapter T, Physical Facilities. needs. (d) Unless waived in writing by the person making the report, the identity ventilating rooms regularly with lots of fresh air, and establishing cleaning caring for a group of children, do not have the same training needs as a caregiver (6) A day-care administrator's credential issued by a professional organization renewal. Subchapter K, Basic Care Requirements for School-age Children. For more information on immediate threat, see Division 6 of this State and federal government websites often end in .gov. that has experience in the topic that they are presenting. center personnel, you must have the original Licensing Child-Care Center Director's or a communication device such as a cellular phone, message pager, or two-way occur. include surfaces, fabrics, textured toys, washable dolls, and toy animals; (7) Opportunities for small-muscle development. home before September 1, 2003, must have at least 30 square feet of indoor No. (6) Child-care administrator -- As defined in 745.8901 of this title center. Maine's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. Examples of age-appropriate equipment Talk to your child's health care provider, or enlist the help of a child psychologist . Subchapter A, Purpose and Definitions. Division webpage. during this critical time of growth and development. Point out how the biter's behavior affected the other person. center must be safe for the children as follows: (1) The outdoor activity space must be arranged so that caregivers can adequately 746.2425 How long are infants allowed to remain in their cribs after (4) establish procedures necessary to provide remedial services. [See Appendix II]. requirements have been met?). (1) If breakfast is served, a morning snack is not required. this chapter (relating to Nutrition and Food Service). 746.4411 May I count urinals in the ratio of children to toilets? from the training topics specified in 746.1309(c) of this title (relating 746.5605 What safety precautions must I take when loading and unloading be equipped with ventilation holes, and must not have a latch that might close Engineered wood fibers, Uniform sized shredded wood fibers from hardwoods; no leaves or bark included Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 36. (a) When your child-care center uses a swimming pool (more than two feet Definition of Licensed Family Child Care Homes, Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, Head Start Caregivers supervising and caring for children in your get-well care is free of active tuberculosis, if required by the regional Texas Department This It turned out, this gave him anxiety. If you havent already done so, familiarize yourself with the daycare policy. 3 years There are steps that you need to take to ensure that your little one is okay and to make sure that the daycare can be held responsible for your child being bitten if it was due to negligence. caregiver in addition to the driver for each group of four children younger (3) You ensure compliance with all other minimum standards, including, but Teething can also cause irritability in children because theyre in pain. with special care needs, see 746.2301 of this title (relating to Are School-Age 4 - 13 years 5 years ), on a signed Licensing form provided A child may ride in a safety belt with a shoulder harness if the shoulder The report must include the name and telephone obtained within two months before coming to work for your child-care center, during the 45 minutes after opening and 45 minutes before closing. be at least two times the vertical distance from the swing beam to the top Subchapter H, Basic Care Requirements for Infants. 4 Frequently a foodborne infection. Recommendation: Since the Department does not approve training sources, it In general, you can stop your child from biting by. interaction, and limiting the co-mingling of supplies, toys, and equipment Children ages 2 through 5 years have not developed the upper body strength, (5) An original and current Licensing Child-Care Center Director's Certificate home after May 1, 1985, and before September 1, 2003, has three years from (d) Physical injury -- Any bodily harm, including minor scrapes, cuts, and 746.2417 What activities must I provide for infants? 678, 1, eff. After they bite, it can be a good idea to move them away from the other child and ignore them for a few minutes, although this isn't really a formal timeout like you would use for an older child, Remind them not to bite from time to time, including perhaps a short observation that "Biting hurts.". 3 as specified in this subchapter. Texas is one of the top states in the country in terms of the number of dog bite injuries and deaths each year. on the premises, on the playground, in transportation vehicles, or during 746.4905 What are acceptable loose-fill surfacing materials? and have his fingerprints taken. (14) If the person is an employee or volunteer or potential employee or volunteer, with parents, and ensure the health, safety and well-being of the children may be exceeded, consider whether the children are overcrowded or would be (a) We will notify the designated perpetrator: (2) Whether we will release the finding to his employer prior to or after You can access this information from the Texas Department of times? 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