Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 18 - LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES
Chapter 13A.18.08 - Child Supervision
Section 13A.18.08.08 - Rest Time Supervision

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.18.08.08

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. During a rest period for a group of children who are younger than 2 years old:

(1) The required staff/child ratio applicable to that group shall be maintained; and

(2) Each staff member assigned to the group shall remain with the children.

B. During a rest period for a group of children who are 2 years old or older:

(1) The required staff/child ratio applicable to that group shall be maintained until all the children are resting quietly; and

(2) Once all the children in the group are resting quietly:
(a) At least one. family child care teacher or aide assigned to the group shall continue to remain in the room with the children; and

(b) Other staff members, if any, assigned to the group may leave the room but shall remain on the premises and within hearing range.

C. To determine if a resting child is safe, breathing normally, and in no physical distress:

(1) Each resting child shall be observed at intervals of at least every 15 minutes; and

(2) A resting child younger than 12 months old shall be observed at least every 15 minutes.

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