Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 21 - MENTAL HYGIENE REGULATIONS
Chapter 10.21.18 - Community Mental Health Programs-Therapeutic Nursery Programs
Section 10.21.18.11 - Materials, Equipment, Furnishings, and Storage
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.21.18.11
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. Materials and Equipment. In addition to any other requirements of law or regulation, the therapeutic nursery program shall:
(1) Provide a sufficient quantity and
variety of materials and equipment for indoor and outdoor activities, according
to the numbers and ages of the children enrolled, including materials and
equipment for:
(a) Vigorous play,
(b) Creative or dramatic play,
(c) Socialization,
(d) Manipulation, including construction,
exploration of art, music, language arts, and science, and
(e) Individual pursuits;
(2) Store materials and equipment so that
they are accessible to a child at the appropriate time; and
(3) Ensure that the materials and equipment
used by children in the therapeutic nursery are:
(a) Safe,
(b) Clean,
(c) Nontoxic,
(d) Free from hazards, including lead
paint,
(e) In good repair,
and
(f) Age appropriate.
B. Furnishings. In addition to any other requirements of law or regulation, the therapeutic nursery program shall provide:
(1) Furnishings
that are proportional to a child's size; and
(2) At least the following:
(a) Multipurpose tables and chairs,
and
(b) A suitable crib, bed, cot,
or mat and clean bedding for each child who requires a rest period during the
hours of operation of the therapeutic nursery.
C. Storage. In addition to any other requirements of law or regulation, the therapeutic nursery program shall:
(1) Provide storage for:
(a) Materials and equipment that are for a
child's use,
(b) Portable equipment
intended for outdoor use,
(c) Beds
and bedding when they are not in use,
(d) Each child's clothing and possessions in
a space designated for each child, and
(e) Materials, equipment, furnishings, and
supplies being held in reserve; and
(2) Ensure that all potentially hazardous
items, including knives, tools, poisonous and toxic materials, prescription and
nonprescription medicines, cleaning materials, and matches, are stored:
(a) In a safe manner,
(b) When applicable, in original containers,
and
(c) Out of the reach of
children.
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