Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 18 - LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES
Chapter 13A.18.05 - Home Environment and Equipment
Section 13A.18.05.08 - Sanitary Facilities and Supplies
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.18.05.08
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. Except as set forth at §B of this regulation, the provider shall provide one toilet and one sink that are:
(1) Maintained in good operating condition and in a sanitary manner;
(2) Easily accessible to the children; and
(3) Equipped with water-resistant, nonabsorbent platforms which are safely constructed at a height that allows children to use the toilet and sink unassisted.
B. For each group of children younger than 2 years old in a room, there shall be an approved diapering area with a sink that:
(1) Is used only for diapering and toileting purposes; and
(2) Permits continuous observation of, and immediate response to, each child in the group.
C. Each toilet room shall have:
(1) A floor with a water-resistant, nonabsorbent finish;
(2) Smoothly finished walls with a hard surface; and
(3) Approved and functioning natural or mechanical ventilation.
D. Portable toilets, also known as potty-chairs, may not be used.
E. Each toilet room shall contain individual paper towels, a trash receptacle, soap, and toilet paper.
F. All sanitary supplies in a toilet room shall be available within reach of a child capable of using the toilet unassisted.
G. Toiletry and grooming articles, drinking cups, towels, face cloths, brushes, and combs may not be shared.
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