Section 400.1932. Home maintenance and safety.

Rule 32. (1) The structure, premises, and furnishings of a  child   care home shall be in good repair and  maintained   in  a    clean,    safe,    and comfortable condition.

(2)    All dangerous and hazardous  materials  or   items  shall  be    stored securely and out of the reach of children.

(3)   All steps, stairs, porches, and elevated structures to which children in care have access shall be protected to prevent falls and shall be free  of ice and snow accumulation.

(4)    Three or more steps, or a total rise of 24 inches or more, shall require a handrail.

(5)   Parents shall be notified before pesticide or fertilizer treatments.

(6)    There shall be no flaking or deteriorating paint on interior and exterior surfaces, equipment, and toys accessible to children.

(7)   If the child care home was built prior to 1978, then the caregiver shall inform parents  of   each  child  in   care    and   all   assistant caregivers,  in writing, prior   to any remodeling,  renovating  or re-painting  that  could potentially disturb lead-based paint or produce lead dust.

(8)     Open-flame devices and candles shall not be used, except for birthdays or religious celebrations.

History: 2005 AACS; 2009 AACS.