Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 15 - FAMILY CHILD CARE
Chapter 13A.15.04 - Operational Requirements
Section 13A.15.04.01 - Hours of Care
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.15.04.01
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024
A. The provider may not permit a child to remain in care for more than 14 hours in any 24-hour period on a regular basis without prior approval from the office.
B. A provider may not offer overnight care without prior written approval from the office.
C. A provider who wishes to provide overnight care shall:
(1) Submit to the office a written plan of operation that includes:
(a) The number and ages of children to be served;
(b) A meal and snack schedule;
(c) The name of the overnight care substitute, if different from the daytime care substitute;
(d) A child supervision plan;
(e) A bedtime routine; and
(f) An evacuation plan for each room where a child in care will sleep; and
(2) Obtain the written approval of each child's parent for the child's sleeping arrangements.
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