Activities - Mildly Ill

101630

(a) Notwithstanding Section 101230, the following shall apply:

(b) The licensee shall develop, maintain and implement a written plan to ensure the provision of indoor and outdoor activities designed to meet the needs of mildly ill children. Such activities shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Quiet and active play.

(2) Rest and relaxation.

(3) Eating.

(4) Toileting.

(5) Individual attention.

(6) Infants being held by care providers.

(c) The licensee shall ensure the participation of mildly ill children in the activities specified in Section 101630(b) as appropriate.

(d) Each child, unless it is not appropriate because of the nature of his/her illness, shall be given the opportunity to nap/sleep whenever he/she wishes without being disturbed by other activities at the center.

(1) No child shall be forced to sleep, to stay awake or to stay in the napping area.

NOTE: Authority cited: Section 1596.81, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1596.72, 1596.73 and 1596.81, Health and Safety Code.