DCF- Child Care Facility Rules & Regulations 2024 Edition. Questions & Answers. Graded A+, Exams of Childhood Development

Download DCF- Child Care Facility Rules & Regulations 2024 Edition. Questions & Answers. Graded A+ and more Exams Childhood Development in PDF only on Docsity! DCF- Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations 2024 Edition. Questions & Answers. Graded A+ (Mixed Ratios) In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under 1 year of age are included, one staff member shall be responsible for no more than ____children of any age group. - ANS4 402.3055 Child Care Personnel Requirements If a local licensing agency denied the application, the applicant has ________________days to file a written request for a hearing. - ANS15 days 402.3055 Child Care Personnel Requirements If the denial stands, the applicant may _______to the Department of Children and Families. The Department of Children and Families' hearing must be held as described by statute. - ANSAppeals 402.3055 Child Care Personnel Requirements The local licensing agency must hold that hearing within ______days of the applicant's request. - ANS30 Days 402.3055 Child Care Personnel Requirements The licensing agency_________the applicant, in writing, that the license has been denied, and states why that decision was reached. - ANSnotifies 402.307 Approval of licensing agency "Promulgation" means "_____________". This first subsection says that when the Department of Children and Families announces minimum state standards, each county in Florida has to provide it with a copy of its own minimum standards if they are different from the State's. - ANSto publicly announce 402.307 Approval of licensing agency The Department of Children and Families renews its approval_______________ - ANSEvery Year 402.307 Approval of licensing agency The Department of Children and Families will review local minimum standards. If they ___________________________the Department of Chikdren Families' standards, the Department of Children and Families will ___________________a local licensing agency. - ANSmeet or exceed......approve 402.307 Approving of licensing agency Local licensing agencies must provide the Department of Children and Families with data about child care in its county ______ - ANSEach Year 402.307 Approving of licensing agency - ANSIf the Department of Children and Families learns that the local licensing agency is not applying the Department of Children and Families' minimum standards, it notifies the local county commission. 402.308 Issuance of license Every child care program in Florida is licensed _______ - ANSannually. 402.308 Issuance of license If there is a _____________, a new license is required. - ANSchange in ownership 402.308 Issuance of license A license will not be issed to any facility that has a staff member who ______________the screening process. - ANShas failed 402.308 Issuance of license Applicants must disclose their___________number to the Department of Children and Families. - ANSsocial security 402.308 Issuance of license If a _______________________has been submitted and _____________are met, a license will be issued. - ANSlicensing fee...........all standards 402.308 Issuance of license Programs undergo an ___________to determine that the State's minimum standards are being met. - ANSon-site review 402.308 Issuance of license The Department of Children and Families must_________inspections, and if there are conflicts between inspectors, it must resolve them. - ANScoordinate 402.309 Provisional license A provisional license may be issued to a facility which is out of compliance but can complete corrective action within ______ months. - ANS6 Documentation of Training - ANSTraining is documented by certificates of training or training transcript. Enrollment Information - ANSEnrollment forms must be kept current and children cannot be released to any other custodial parent, or other peron authorized in writing. Parents should receive a copy of Know Your Child Care Center. Parents receive a copy of disciplinary procedure. Info on flu in August and September Equipment and Furnishings - ANSToys, equipment and furnishing must be provided by the facility. They must be safe and sanitary. There are specific regulations for outdoor equipment, and these are in place to maintain safe conditions for play. Equipment is anchored securely. Free of rust or jagged edges. No hazardous objects. Exemption - ANSFor centers providing evening care only, outdoor space is not required. CDA or credentialed staff is not required for Evening Child Care Staff. Director credentialed staff is not required of Evening Child Care. Exemptions from the Introductory Child Care Training - ANSBy passing the competency exams you may be exempt. There are no educational exemptions from the Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations and the Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect courses or from the department's online training courses. Fire Safety - ANSAll Drill logs should be maintained for one year and contain specific information. Current attendance record must accompany staff out of the building during drill or actual evacuation. First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and Emergency Procedures - ANSThe facility must have a valid First Aid and CPR certificate(s) on file, a person on duty holding a valid certificate, and a first aid kit that meets the code. Report all accidents to parents with written accident/injury report. Florida Department of Children of Families - ANSThis agency determines state rules pertaining to child care and enforces these rules by licensing and inspecting child care facilities. Food Preparation Area - ANSFood handling and preparation in child care facilities must meet or exceed those used in other public situations. Each child will receive individual care at meal times, and children must be seated at tables. No propped bottles. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one staff member for every ____children. - ANS15 For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one staff member for every ____ children. - ANS20 For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one staff member for every ____children. - ANS25 Health and Sanitation - ANSAll building must have screens on open windows or doors. Caregivers must wash hands. Child must have access to safe drinking water. Children can't share toothbrushes, towels and washcloths. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children 1 year but under 2 years of age are included, one staff member shall be responsible for no more than ____children of any age group. - ANS6 legislation - ANSA document that is discussed or voted on by the State Legislature or Federal House or Senate Legislators - ANSA body of people whose job is to enact laws. License Requirement - ANSNo license is required for programs located in public/nonpublic school sites who exclusively serve children who attend the school during the day. Local County Health Department - ANSThis agency establishes, regulates, and enforces rules and local ordinances, which must meet or exceed state standards. Local Fire Department - ANSThis agency inspects child care facilities and educates child care professionals about minimizing fires and other threats to safety. Medication - ANSFacilities do not have to dispense medication. Written directions from a physician have to be followed. Medicine should be inaccessible by children. Napping and Sleeping Space - ANSThe Department of Children and Families requires that children have a safe, clean, and comfortable place to rest as determined by the rules in this code. There must be 18" maintained between napping. Oridance - ANSA piece of legislation that is passed at the local level. Other than medical, enrollment, and personnel records, what other records should one find on file at a child care facility? - ANSDaily Attendance, Record of accidents and injuries, Emergency evacuation plans, Record of monthly fire drills, Documentation of First Aid and CPR training, Parental permission for field trips, Daily menus and Specialized diet documentation. Outdoor Space Requirements: There shall be a minimum of ______square feet of usable, safe, and sanitary outdoor play area per child, one (1) year of age and older. - ANS45 Parents - ANSA person who has legal custody of a child. Reasonable Accomodation _________ - ANSinvolves making physical facilities, toys, and equipment readily accessible to and usable by a child with disabilities, so that he or she may participate. Regulations - ANSA legal decision that is enacted by a state agency. Rules - ANSSpecific details drawn up by an agency to support a law, and enforced by the court. School Age Child Care Personnel Training Requirements - ANSTraining provided at a national organization that includes evidence of competency or any of the other Part II training courses developed by the Department of Children and Families. School Age Child Care Standards - ANSKindergarten or above Traffic conditions are met Staff to child ratio is exceeded by at least one staff member Written approval has been granted Student health records are not required for school age programs Staff Credentials - ANSNational Early Childhood Credential: Birth through Five Florida Chil Care Professional Credential; Florida Department of Education Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate; Early Childhood Professional Certificate; School Age Professional Certificate or formal education qualifications. supervision - ANSStaff must remain awake at all times. While children are awake, direct supervision must be provided. The Americans with Disabilities Act - ANSpassed in 1990, prohibits discrimination against people who are handicapped or disabled. Its goals are to promote community integration by prohibiting discrimination based on disability; to create early intervention services for infants and todlers (ages birth to 3 years) with special needs and their