Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 432A - Services and Facilities for Care of Children
STANDARDS OF OPERATION
General Requirements
Section 432A.390 - Standards for programs

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 432A.390

Current through September 16, 2024

1. Every licensee of a facility shall develop a program to meet the basic needs of children for:

(a) Good health and normal physical development;

(b) Optimal mental growth;

(c) Stimulating language and communicative experiences;

(d) The attention, acceptance and affection of others;

(e) Opportunities to experience success and to test mental, physical and social skills;

(f) Self-identity and a sense of competence and worth;

(g) The security provided by gentle discipline;

(h) Relations with others which set forth the rights of adults and the rights of children;

(i) Learning experiences planned with the aid of the child's parents which ensure harmony with the life style and cultural background of the child;

(j) Activities which facilitate social growth and adjustment; and

(k) The time and opportunity to learn independence and personal care.

2. A licensee of a facility shall teach each child personal hygiene. The licensee of a facility shall require all children to wash before meals and after using a toilet.

3. If the weather permits, all children must have a daily period of outdoor play. A licensee of a facility shall provide opportunities for moderate or vigorous physical activity which builds muscles . The quantity and quality of materials and equipment must be sufficient to avoid excessive competition between the children and long waiting periods to use the materials or equipment.

4. Every child who is in a facility for more than 5 hours per day must have a period for a nap during the day. A child who cannot sleep must rest or play quietly during the period provided for a nap. The licensee of a facility shall provide a cot, mat or bed for each child.

5. The amount, variety and arrangement and use of materials and equipment used in a facility must be appropriate to the developmental needs of the children cared for in the facility. Materials must be stored in a manner that allows children to select, remove and replace the materials independently or with minimal assistance.

6. Furniture must be durable, safe and intended for use by children or appropriately adapted for use by children.

7. A licensee of a facility shall provide space for the storage of the children's clothing and the storage must be within easy reach of the children.

Bd. for Child Care, Child Care Facilities Reg. §§ 6.1-6.8, eff. 2-28-80; A by R092-16AP, eff. 9/21/2017

NRS 432A.077

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