Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Health
Title R381 - Child Care Center Licensing Committee
Rule R381-60 - Hourly Child Care Centers
Section R381-60-22 - Rest and Sleep
Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 381-60-22
Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024
(1) The provider shall use a separate crib, cot, mat, or other sleeping equipment for each child during nap times.
(2) The provider shall ensure that each crib:
(a) has a
tight-fitting mattress;
(b) has
slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches apart;
(c) has at least 20 inches from the top of
the mattress to the top of the crib rail, or at least 12 inches from the top of
the mattress to the top of the crib rail if the child using the crib cannot sit
up without assistance;
(d) does not
have strings, cords, ropes, or other entanglement hazards on the crib or within
reach of the child; and
(e) has
documentation from the manufacturer or retailer stating that the crib was built
after June 28, 2011, or that the crib is certified if the crib was manufactured
before that date.
(3) When in use, the provider shall place sleeping equipment including cribs, cots, and mats at least two feet apart.
(4) The provider shall ensure that sleeping equipment does not block exits.
(5) The provider shall clean and sanitize sleeping equipment before each use.
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