Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. No double or multi-deck cribs, cots, or beds may be used. Nap/Sleep Space Each child care program must include a designated area where each child can sit quietly or lie down to rest or nap. When not in use, napping space and indoor floor space may be used interchangeably as indoor floor space. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements. Crib Requirements Children up to one year of age must be in a crib, porta crib, or playpen with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches Cribs must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219 & 1220 Code of Federal Regulations. Safe Sleep All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by AAP. Cribs must have tight fitted sheets, no excess bedding, no bumper pads, hanging mobiles, no quilts, no comforters, and no cushions. All programs must have a written policy and procedure to identify and prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. All personnel who are in direct contact with children including substitutes and volunteers should have training on preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abuse head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood. When napping or sleeping, young infants that are not able to roll over they must be positioned on their backs and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, unless an alternate position is authorized by a physician. Written documentation of this authorization
Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. No double or multi-deck cribs, cots, or beds may be used. Nap/Sleep Space Each child care program must include a designated area where each child can sit quietly or lie down to rest or nap. When not in use, napping space and indoor floor space may be used interchangeably as indoor floor space. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements. Crib Requirements Children up to one year of age must be in a crib, porta crib, or playpen with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches Cribs must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219 & 1220 Code of Federal Regulations. Safe Sleep All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by AAP. Cribs must have tight fitted sheets, no excess bedding, no bumper pads, hanging mobiles, no quilts, no comforters, and no cushions. All programs must have a written policy and procedure to identify and prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. All personnel who are in direct contact with children including substitutes and volunteers should have training on preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abuse head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood. When napping or sleeping, young infants that are not able to roll over they must be positioned on their backs and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, unless an alternate position is authorized by a physician. Written documentation of this authorization
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