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Physician's statement verifying that adults providing care for
children are free from tuberculosis.
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All children are properly immunized with records kept by the
provider.
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Pets such as dogs, cats and ferrets have up-to-date rabies
immunizations.
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Toxic household products, including medicines, are inaccessible to
children and stored away from food.
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Dangerous objects, such as knives, are kept out of children's reach.
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Electrical outlets are child-proofed.
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Kitchen trash and diapers are kept in separate covered, washable
containers.
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Home is free of hazards to children, such as loose carpeting, toy
chests without safety hinges, and small items that could be
swallowed.
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Rooms are free of dirt, filth, trash, grease; floors and carpets are
swept daily.
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Toys and materials are age-appropriate and are accessible to
children.
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Barriers are placed around space heaters, fireplaces, wood stoves and
fans when in use. A fireplace must always have a screen or guard.
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Fireplaces, heating systems and duct work in good repair. Fireplaces
are never used during child care hours.
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Outdoor play structures are anchored securely and in good repair.
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Address is attached to your home and easily seen from the street or
parking lot.
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Property is free of trash/debris.
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Steps and stairs are in good repair with hand or guard rails.
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Windows that can be opened are screened (from April 1 through
November 1).
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Kitchen appliances are in good working order, with range, oven and
hood clean and free of grease.
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Home is free of insect and rodent infestation.
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Clean drinking water is available at all times.
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Refrigerator kept at no more than 41°F or 5°C, and children's food
brought from home is clearly marked with name and date.
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Operating telephone is posted with 911 sticker and emergency
telephone numbers.
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Home is structurally sound, with no peeling paint, loose down spouts,
or broken walkways.
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Outdoor play area is free of hazards, like: standing water, animal
feces, trash, construction materials, poison ivy, dangerous lawn and
garden tools. (Fencing or other barriers might be needed when play
area is next to body of water or busy street.)
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Rooms for children are dry, with good lighting and ventilation, and
kept at least 68 degrees during heating season.
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Fire drill plan, escape route, written emergency plans and supplies.
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Smoke detector installed on each level and tested at least once a
month.
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Fire extinguisher rated at least 1A10BC, is mounted and fully
pressurized.
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Materials that burn easily (such as newspaper, wood, cloth, or items
made of those substances) are kept at least three feet away from
appliances and other heat sources.
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Exit routes are free of obstructions and are well-lighted.
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Electric cords are out of reach of children. No multi-plug adapters
allowed.
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Wood stoves have county permit indicating proper installation. Ashes
are stored outside in approved containers.
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Flammable or combustible liquids are kept away from heat sources and
out of children's reach.
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All portable heating appliances are UL or FM approved.
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Washer, dryer and dryer vent are kept free of lint.
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Electrical panel is easily accessible, free of loose connections and
frayed wiring, with no missing fuses. No exposed wiring anywhere in
house.
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Small appliances (coffeemakers, hair dryers, toasters) are kept
unplugged and out of children's reach.
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Equipment is structurally sound and in good condition.
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Double-keyed deadbolt locks are unlocked, with key removed.
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Wells and septic system are approved by the county.
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All firearms are kept unloaded, stored apart from ammunition, and
stored in a locked area with keys out of reach of children.
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