Florida's Office of Early Learning
RULE NO.: RULE TITLE:
6M-4.620: Health and Safety Checklists
NOTICE OF CHANGE
Notice is hereby given that the following changes have been made to the proposed rule in accordance with subparagraph 120.54(3)(d)1., F.S., published in Vol. 42 No. 132, July 8, 2016 issue of the Florida Administrative Register.
6M-4.620 Health and Safety Inspections and Checklists
(1) Inspections.
(a) No change.
(b) Prior to participation in the school readiness program, and annually thereafter, each school readiness program facility shall be inspected for compliance with the requirements of section 1002.88, F.S., and minimum standards contained within the provider-type specific health and safety checklist and corresponding handbook adopted under this rule. Annual inspections shall be unannounced and shall take place within the contract year at a time as scheduled by the department or local licensing agency (as applicable) three (3) months before or after the renewal of a school readiness contract. The process for such inspections can be found in each of the corresponding handbooks for the provider-type specific checklists adopted under this rule.
(c) No change.
(2) Checklist(s) and Handbook(s).
(a) Licensed child care providers, faith-based child care providers (religious-exempt), and all other child care facilities who are contracted pursuant to Rule 6M-4.610 to provide school readiness services must comply with the standards outlined in Form OEL-SR-6201 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Checklist for Licensed, License-Exempt, and School-Age Center-based Programs” and the corresponding Form OEL-SR-6202 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook for Licensed, License-Exempt, and School-Age Center-based Programs,” each incorporated by reference.
(b) Public and non-public schools who are contracted pursuant to Rule 6M-4.610 to provide school readiness services must comply with the standards outlined in Form OEL-SR-6203 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Checklist for Public and Non-public School Programs” and the corresponding Form OEL-SR-6204 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook For Public and Non-public School Programs,” each incorporated by reference.
(c) Informal child care providers, Large Family Child Care Homes, and Family Day Care Homes, whether licensed or registered, who are contracted pursuant to Rule 6M-4.610 to provide school readiness services must comply with the standards outlined in Form OEL-SR-6205 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Checklist for Family Child Care Homes and Informal Providers” and the corresponding Form OEL-SR-6206 (October August 2016) entitled “School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook for Family Child Care Homes and Informal Providers,” each incorporated by reference.
(d) Form OEL-SR-6207 (October August 2016), entitled “In-Service Training Record,” and Form OEL-SR-6208 (October August 2016), entitled “Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements,” are each incorporated by reference.
(e) No change.
(3) Enforcement. Any issue of noncompliance with the standards outlined in the provider-type specific health and safety checklist(s) or corresponding handbook(s), as identified by the Department of Children and Families or local licensing agency (as applicable), will be forwarded to the appropriate early learning coalition for corrective action, probation, or termination in accordance with enforcement procedures outlined in the corresponding provider-type specific handbook and the Statewide Provider Contract for the School Readiness Program adopted pursuant to Rule 6M-4.610.
(4) Compliance.
(a) All school readiness program providers and personnel must be in compliance with the active credential requirements outlined for group size no later than 24 months from the date of enactment of this rule.
(b) All school readiness program providers must be in compliance with preservice training all other health and safety, training, and inspection requirements of this rule no later than March 31, 2017.
(c) All school readiness program providers must be in compliance with all other requirements of this rule no later than June 30, 2017.
(5) The following documents and forms are also incorporated by reference as part of this rule:
(a) Title 16 CFR, Parts 1219 and 1220 (January 2016 Edition) [FAR link].
(b) School Entry Health Exam, Florida Department of Health Form DH 3040-CHP (July 2013) [FAR link].
(c) Florida Certification of Immunization, Florida Department of Health Form DH 680 (July 2010), Part A-1, B, or C [FAR link].
(d) Religious Exemption from Immunization, Florida Department of Health Form DH 681 (July 2008) [FAR link].
(e) Immunization Guidelines – Florida Schools, Childcare Facilities and Family Daycare Homes, Florida Department of Health Form DH 150-615 (March 2013) [FAR link].
(f) Center for Disease Control guidelines for handwashing (May 2015) [FAR link].
(g) USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program Guidelines (April 2016) [FAR link].
(h) USDA MyPlate Guidelines (January 2016) [FAR link].
(i) Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, form CF-FSP 5337 (October 2012) [FAR link].
(j) Background Screening & Personnel File Requirements, form CF-FSP 5131 (July 2012) [FAR link].
(k) In-Service Training Record – Child Care Facility, form CF-FSP 5268 (July 2012) [FAR link].
(l) In-Service Training Record – Family Day Care Home, form CF-FSP 5268A (March 2009) [FAR link].
(m) Each form listed above is available on the Office of Early Learning website at www.floridaearlylearning.com or by contacting the Office of Early Learning, Department of Education, 250 Marriott Drive, Tallahassee, Florida. The incorporated forms are also available at the link following the associated form name.
Rulemaking Authority 1001.213(2), 1002.82(2)(i),(t)-(w), FS. Law Implemented 1002.82(2)(i),(t)-(w) and 1002.88(1)(c), FS. History–New 7-1-14, Amended _________________.
Form OEL-SR 6201, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Checklist for Licensed, License-Exempt, and School-Age Center-based Programs has the following changes:
In the lower left corner of each page, delete each reference to “August” and insert “October.”
On page 2 under 5. Supervision, tenth standard down, delete the words “in writing.”
On page 7, under 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing, last standard of the section, delete violation level of “3” and insert “2.”
Form OEL-SR 6202, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook for Licensed, License-Exempt, and School-Age Center-based Programs has the following changes:
On cover page of handbook:
Delete both references to August and replace with “October.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, second paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “thirty (30)” and insert “forty-five (45).”
Delete the words “three (3)” and insert “four (4).”
At the end of the second paragraph insert:
“However, prior to execution of an initial school readiness contract a provider must be in full compliance with all school readiness program health and safety standards.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, third paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “fourteen (14)” and insert “ten (10).”
After the words “received by the early learning coalition” insert “indicating full compliance with school readiness program health and safety standards.”
After the words “and all other” insert the word “program.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, fourth paragraph on the page:
Delete the second sentence and replace with “Annual inspections will be unannounced and will be completed within the contract year by the department or local licensing agency, as applicable, at a time scheduled by the department or local licensing agency.”
On page 8 under Definitions section, definition of “Classroom”:
After the words “refers to any” insert “well-defined.” Delete everything after the words “the classroom walls must be” and insert “defined by stable barriers, and must adhere to the requirements for such barriers as outlined in this section.”
On page 10 under Definitions section, between the definiton of “Serious Injury” and “Subsitute” insert:
“Stable Walls or Barriers” refer to the boundaries that define a classroom space. Walls or barriers must be constructed in a sturdy manner and anchored together, or to floor or walls. Walls or barriers must be stable and secure and must not pose a threat to falling over. The material for the barriers or walls must be non-hazardous and may not be made of materials such as see-thru or plastic curtains, fabric or mesh materials. The stable walls or barriers must be a minimum of 32 inches in height from the floor in classrooms for children ages birth through 2, and must be a minimum of four (4) feet in height from the floor in classrooms for children ages 3 and older. All classrooms must continue to meet fire code requirements for entrance(s) and exit(s) of the classroom.”
On page 14 under 4 Group Size, the following changes are made:
4 Group Size
Children benefit from social interactions with peers. However, larger groups are generally associated with less positive interactions and developmental outcomes. Group size works to raise program quality due to increased individual attention and interaction for each child in care. In addition to the following maximum group sizes within each classroom, as defined in this handbook, all school readiness programs must adhere to ratio requirements and minimum square footage requirements outlined in section 1.1 of this handbook at all times while children are in care:
1. For infants from birth to 12 months of age, group size may not exceed twelve (12) children in a single classroom. For infant classrooms operating with 9 to 12 children, two Two of the three program personnel assigned to that classroom and necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. For infant classrooms operating with 5 to 8 children, one of the two program personnel assigned to that classroom and necessary to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to an infant classroom operating with 4 or less children.
2. For children age 1 year to 24 months of age, group size may not exceed twelve (12) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 7 to 12 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 6 or less children.
3. For children age 2 years to 3 years of age, group size may not exceed twenty-two (22) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 12 to 22 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 11 or less children.
4. For children age 3 years to 4 years of age, group size may not exceed thirty (30) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 16 to 30 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 15 or less children.
5. For children age 4 years to 6 years of age, group size may not exceed forty (40) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 21 to 40 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 20 or less children.
6. For school-age children age 6 years and older, group size may not exceed fifty (50) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 26 to 50 children, At least one of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 25 or less children.
7. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, the group size for the youngest population present within the group applies.
8. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children two years of age or older are included, the group size for the majority population present within the group applies.
9. Group size requirements do not apply during times of outdoor play, provided that ratios and the applicable square footage requirements are maintained at all times.
10. Active credential requirements do not apply during times of napping or sleeping, provided that supervision requirements during napping and sleeping are met as provided in Section 5 below.
On page 15 under 5 Supervision, number 9, after the words “must be identified” delete the words “in writing.”
On page 17 under 6.1 Vehicles, number 3:
After the words “appropriate for their age and size” insert “in accordance with s. 316.613, F.S.”
In subsections a. and b. – delete “8” and insert “6.”
On page 22 under 10 Physical Environment, number 5:
After the first sentence insert “General cleaning refers to cleaning necessary to maintain a sanitary environment but that does not pose a hazard to children, such as cleaning with hazardous materials or cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.”
On page 23 under 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, number 6:
After the words “year of age must” delete the word “be” and insert “nap and sleep.”
Delete “, December 28, 2010” and insert (January 2016).
On page 27 under 12.2 Handwashing, number 1:
After the words “guidelines for hand washing” insert “(May 2015), which is incorporated by reference.”
On page 28 under 12.3 Diapering, number 1:
After the words “must be provided in the” delete the words “infant room” and insert “room where children in diapers are in care,”
After the words “opens into the room where” delete the words “infants or children with special needs” and insert “children.”
On page 41 under 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe:
After the words “within 90 days of” insert “initial.”
After the word “employment” delete the words “or service with a” and insert “with any provider participating in the.”
Between the first and second sentence in the introductory paragraph insert “This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days.”
On page 41 under 18.2 Training Courses:
Delete entirety of number 2 (relating to Better Kid Care courses) and renumber accordingly.
On page 42 under 18.2 Training Courses, number 3:
After the words “no later than January,” delete “6” and insert “13.”
On page 42 under 18.2 Training Courses, add new number 3:
3. Personnel employed by a public school district may show verification of completion of a course covering the identification and prevention of child abuse and neglect, which has been approved and administered by the school district, to meet the course requirement(s) above on the same subject matter.
On page 43 under 18.4 Documentation of Training, delete number 3.
On page 43 under 18.5 Training Exemptions, delete number 2 and renumber accordingly.
On page 43 under 18.6 Annual In-Service Training, number 2, third check mark:
Delete “three” and insert “two.”
On page 45 under 19.2 Children’s Files, number 1:
After the words “DH 3040 (July 2013),” insert “which is.”
Delete the words “in Rule 6A-6.024.”
On page 46 under 19.2 Children’s Files, number 2:
After the words “DH 681 (July 2008),” insert “which are.”
Delete the words “in Rule 64D-3.046, F.A.C.”
On page 46 under 19.2 Children’s Files, number 2, second checkmark:
After the words “Family Day Care Homes (March 2013),” insert “which is.”
Delete the words “in Rule 64D-3.046, F.A.C.”
On page 47 under 19.3 Attendance, numbers 1 and 2:
After the words “and recorded” delete the words “by program personnel.”
After the words “custodial parent” delete “or guardian” and insert “, guardian, or designee.”
On page 48 under 19.4 Personnel Records, number 3, first check mark:
After the words “Reporting Requirements form,” insert “, which is.”
Delete the words “in Rules 65C-22.006 and 65C-20.008, F.A.C.”
On page 48 under 19.5 Background Screening, Initial Screening, after the words “documented on,” delete the rest of the sentence and insert: “Form CF-FSP 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements (July 2012), which is incorporated by reference.”
On page 50 under 22.1 Definitions, “Class II Violation:”
After the words “Class II Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the third or subsequent.”
On page 50 under 22.1 Definitions, “Class III Violation:”
After the words “Class III Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the fourth or subsequent.”
On page 51 under 22.2 Disciplinary Sanctions:
In the section title, delete “Sanctions” and insert “Actions.”
1. (a) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(b) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(c) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
2. No change.
3. Delete each reference to “sanction” and insert “action”
4. No change.
5. No change.
6. Delete the word “sanctions and insert “actions.”
(a) Class I Violations.
i. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
After the words “exceed six months” insert “, or terminate the provider’s school readiness contract if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
ii. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
(b) Class II Violations.
i. No change.
ii. No change.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives three or more of the same or different class II violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
(c) Class III Violations.
i. No change.
ii. No change.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives five or more of the same or different class III violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
On page 52 under 22.3 Probationary Status, add new number 5:
“5. If the provider has not satisfactorily completed the terms of its probation by the end of the contract term, the provider will still be held accountable for the terms of the probation of the previous contract if the provider remains eligible to deliver the School Readiness Program and executes a new contract with the coalition.”
On page 52, add new section 22.4 Termination:
22.4 Termination
1. The coalition has the right to terminate a provider’s contract for cause at any time, pursuant to the School Readiness Provider Contract. The following are grounds for termination for cause:
(a) Action, or lack of action, which immediately threatens the health, safety or welfare of children; or
(b) Failure to comply with the terms of the provider’s contract, including failure to implement corrective action or comply with the terms of probation.
Form OEL-SR 6203, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Checklist for Public and Non-public School Programs has the following changes:
On page 2 under 5. Supervision, tenth standard down, delete the words “in writing.”
Form OEL-SR 6204, School Readiness Health and Safety Standards Handbook for Public and Non-public School Programs has the following changes:
On cover page of handbook:
Delete both references to August and replace with “October.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, second paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “thirty (30)” and insert “forty-five (45).”
Delete the words “three (3)” and replace with “four (4).”
At the end of the second paragraph insert:
“However, prior to execution of an initial school readiness contract a provider must be in full compliance with all school readiness program health and safety standards.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, third paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “fourteen (14)” and insert “ten (10).”
After the words “received by the early learning coalition” insert “indicating full compliance with school readiness program health and safety standards.”
After the words “and all other” insert the word “program.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, fourth paragraph on the page:
Delete the second sentence and replace with “Annual inspections will be unannounced and will be completed within the contract year by the department or local licensing agency, as applicable, at a time scheduled by the department or local licensing agency.”
On page 8 under Definitions section, definition of “Classroom”:
After the words “refers to any” insert “well-defined.” Delete everything after the words “the classroom walls must be” and insert “defined by stable barriers, and must adhere to the requirements for such barriers as outlined in this section.”
On page 9 under Definitions section, between the definiton of “Serious Injury” and “Subsitute” insert:
“Stable Walls or Barriers” refer to the boundaries that define a classroom space. Walls or barriers must be constructed in a sturdy manner and anchored together, or to floor or walls. Walls or barriers must be stable and secure and must not pose a threat to falling over. The material for the barriers or walls must be non-hazardous and may not be made of materials such as see-thru or plastic curtains, fabric or mesh materials. The stable walls or barriers must be a minimum of 32 inches in height from the floor in classrooms for children ages birth through 2, and must be a minimum of four (4) feet in height from the floor in classrooms for children ages 3 and older. All classrooms must continue to meet fire code requirements for entrance(s) and exit(s) of the classroom.”
On page 13 under 4 Group Size, the following changes are made:
4 Group Size
Children benefit from social interactions with peers. However, larger groups are generally associated with less positive interactions and developmental outcomes. Group size works to raise program quality due to increased individual attention and interaction for each child in care. In addition to the following maximum group sizes within each classroom, as defined in this handbook, all school readiness programs must adhere to ratio requirements and minimum square footage requirements outlined in section 1.1 of this handbook at all times while children are in care:
1. For infants from birth to 12 months of age, group size may not exceed twelve (12) children in a single classroom. For infant classrooms operating with 9 to 12 children, two Two of the three program personnel assigned to that classroom and necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. For infant classrooms operating with 5 to 8 children, one of the two program personnel assigned to that classroom and necessary to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to an infant classroom operating with 4 or less children.
2. For children age 1 year to 24 months of age, group size may not exceed twelve (12) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 7 to 12 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 6 or less children.
3. For children age 2 years to 3 years of age, group size may not exceed twenty-two (22) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 12 to 22 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 11 or less children.
4. For children age 3 years to 4 years of age, group size may not exceed thirty (30) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 16 to 30 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 15 or less children.
5. For children age 4 years to 6 years of age, group size may not exceed forty (40) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 21 to 40 children, one One of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 20 or less children.
6. For school-age children age 6 years and older, group size may not exceed fifty (50) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 26 to 50 children, At least one of the two program personnel necessary required to meet ratio requirements for this age group must possess at a minimum an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S., as recognized by the Department. An active credential is not required for the staff member assigned to a classroom operating with 25 or less children.
7. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, the group size for the youngest population present within the group applies.
8. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children two years of age or older are included, the group size for the majority population present within the group applies.
9. Group size requirements do not apply during times of outdoor play, provided that ratios and the applicable square footage requirements are maintained at all times.
10. Active credential requirements do not apply during times of napping or sleeping, provided that supervision requirements during napping and sleeping are met as provided in Section 5 below.
On page 15 under 5 Supervision, number 8, after the words “must be identified” delete the words “in writing.”
On page 17 under 6.1 Vehicles, number 3:
After the words “appropriate for their age and size” insert “in accordance with s. 316.613, F.S.”
In subsections a. and b. – delete “8” and insert “6.”
On page 21 under 10 Physical Environment, number 5:
After the first sentence insert “General cleaning refers to cleaning necessary to maintain a sanitary environment but that does not pose a hazard to children, such as cleaning with hazardous materials or cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.”
On page 23 under 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, number 6:
After the words “year of age must” delete the word “be” and insert “nap and sleep.”
Delete “, December 28, 2010” and insert (January 2016).
On page 27 under 12.2 Handwashing, number 1:
After the words “guidelines for hand washing” insert “(May 2015), which is incorporated by reference.”
On page 27 under 12.3 Diapering, number 1:
After the words “must be provided in the” delete the words “infant room” and insert “room where children in diapers are in care,”
After the words “opens into the room where” delete the words “infants or children with special needs” and insert “children.”
On page 37 under 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe:
After the words “within 90 days of” insert “initial.”
After the word “employment” delete the words “or service with a” and insert “with any provider participating in the.”
Between the first and second sentence in the introductory paragraph insert “This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days.”
On page 38 under 18.2 Training Courses:
Delete entirety of number 2 (relating to Better Kid Care courses) and renumber accordingly.
On page 38 under 18.2 Training Courses, number 3:
After the words “no later than January,” delete “6” and insert “13.”
On page 38 under 18.2 Training Courses, add new number 3:
3. Personnel employed by a public school district may show verification of completion of a course covering the identification and prevention of child abuse and neglect, which has been approved and administered by the school district, to meet the course requirement(s) above on the same subject matter.
On page 39 under 18.4 Documentation of Training, delete number 3.
On page 39 under 18.5 Training Exemptions, delete number 2 and renumber accordingly.
On page 40 under 18.6 Annual In-Service Training, number 2, third check mark:
Delete “three” and insert “two.”
On page 42 under 19.3 Attendance, numbers 1 and 2:
After the words “and recorded” delete the words “by program personnel.”
After the words “custodial parent” delete “or guardian” and insert “, guardian, or designee.”
On page 43 under 19.4 Personnel Records, number 3, first check mark:
After the words “Reporting Requirements form,” insert “, which is.”
Delete the words “in Rules 65C-22.006 and 65C-20.008, F.A.C.”
On page 43 under 19.5 Background Screening, Initial Screening, after the words “documented on,” delete the rest of the sentence and insert: “Form CF-FSP 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements (July 2012), which is incorporated by reference.”
On page 45 under 22.1 Definitions, “Class II Violation:”
After the words “Class II Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the third or subsequent.”
On page 46 under 22.1 Definitions, “Class III Violation:”
After the words “Class III Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the fourth or subsequent.”
On page 46 under 22.2 Disciplinary Sanctions:
In the section title, delete “Sanctions” and insert “Actions.”
1. (a) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(b) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(c) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
2. No change.
3. Delete each reference to “sanction” and insert “action”
4. No change.
5. No change.
6. Delete the word “sanctions and insert “actions.”
(a) Class I Violations.
i. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
After the words “exceed six months” insert “, or terminate the provider’s school readiness contract if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
ii. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
(b) Class II Violations.
i. No change.
ii. No change.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives three or more of the same or different class II violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
(c) Class III Violations.
i. No change.
ii. Delete the last sentence of the paragraph.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives five or more of the same or different class III violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
On page 47 under 22.3 Probationary Status, add new number 5:
“5. If the provider has not satisfactorily completed the terms of its probation by the end of the contract term, the provider will still be held accountable for the terms of the probation of the previous contract if the provider remains eligible to deliver the School Readiness Program and executes a new contract with the coalition.”
On page 47, add new section 22.4 Termination:
22.4 Termination
1. The coalition has the right to terminate a provider’s contract for cause at any time, pursuant to the School Readiness Provider Contract. The following are grounds for termination for cause:
(a) Action, or lack of action, which immediately threatens the health, safety or welfare of children; or
(b) Failure to comply with the terms of the provider’s contract, including failure to implement corrective action or comply with the terms of probation.
Form OEL-SR 6205, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Checklist for Licensed/Registered Family Child Care Homes and Informal Providers has the following changes:
In the lower left corner of each page, delete each reference to “August” and insert “October.”
On page 12 under 33. Ratios/Group Size, second standard down, insert “2” for missing violation level.
Form OEL-SR 6206, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook for Licensed/Registered Family Child Care Homes and Informal Providers has the following changes:
On cover page of handbook:
Delete both references to August and replace with “October.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, second paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “thirty (30)” and insert “forty-five (45).”
Delete the words “three (3)” and replace with “four (4).”
At the end of the second paragraph insert:
“However, prior to execution of an initial school readiness contract a provider must be in full compliance with all school readiness program health and safety standards.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, third paragraph on the page:
Delete the words “fourteen (14)” and insert “ten (10).”
After the words “received by the early learning coalition” insert “indicating full compliance with school readiness program health and safety standards.”
After the words “and all other” insert the word “program.”
On page 7 under Inspections section, fourth paragraph on the page:
Delete the second sentence and replace with “Annual inspections will be unannounced and will be completed within the contract year by the department or local licensing agency, as applicable, at a time scheduled by the department or local licensing agency.”
On page 9 under Definitions section, “Preservice Training:”
After the words “or within,” delete “60” and insert “90.”
On Page 13 under 4 Supervision, number 6, after the words “must be identified” delete the words “in writing.”
On page 14 under 5.1 Vehicles, number 3:
After the words “appropriate for their age and size” insert “in accordance with s. 316.613, F.S.”
In subsections a. and b. – delete “8” and insert “6.”
On page 18 under 9 Physical Environment, number 6:
After the first sentence insert “General cleaning refers to cleaning necessary to maintain a sanitary environment but that does not pose a hazard to children, such as cleaning with hazardous materials or cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.”
On page 19 under 9.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, number 7:
After the words “year of age must” delete the word “be” and insert “nap and sleep.”
Delete “, December 28, 2010” and insert (January 2016).
On page 32 under 17.1 Pre-service Timeframe:
After the words “within 90 days of” insert “initial.”
After the word “employment” insert “with any provider participating in the school readiness program.”
Between the first and second sentence in the introductory paragraph insert “This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days.”
On page 32 under 17.2 Training Courses:
Delete entirety of number 2 (relating to Better Kid Care courses) and renumber accordingly.
On page 33 under 17.2 Training Courses, number 3:
After the words “no later than January,” delete “6” and insert “13.”
On page 33 under 17.2 Training Courses, add new number 3:
3. Personnel employed by a public school district may show verification of completion of a course covering the identification and prevention of child abuse and neglect, which has been approved and administered by the school district, to meet the course requirement(s) above on the same subject matter.
On page 34 under 17.4 Documentation of Training, delete number 3.
On page 34 under 17.5 Training Exemptions, delete number 2 and renumber accordingly.
On page 34 under 17.6 Annual In-Service Training, number 2, third check mark:
Delete “three” and insert “two.”
On page 36 under 18.2 Children’s Files, number 1:
After the words “DH 3040 (July 2013),” insert “which is.”
Delete the words “in Rule 6A-6.024.”
On page 37 under 18.2 Children’s Files, number 2:
After the words “DH 681 (July 2008),” insert “which are.”
Delete the words “in Rule 64D-3.046, F.A.C.”
On page 37 under 18.2 Children’s Files, number 2, second checkmark:
After the words “Family Day Care Homes (March 2013),” insert “which is.”
Delete the words “in Rule 64D-3.046, F.A.C.”
On page 38 under 18.4 Personnel Records, number 3, first check mark:
After the words “Reporting Requirements,” insert “, which is.”
Delete the words “in Rules 65C-22.006 and 65C-20.008, F.A.C.”
On page 39 under 18.4 Background Screening, Initial Screening, after the words “documented on,” delete the rest of the sentence and insert: “Form CF-FSP 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements (July 2012), which is incorporated by reference.”
On page 41 under 21.1 Definitions, “Class II Violation:”
After the words “Class II Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the third or subsequent.”
On page 41 under 21.1 Definitions, “Class III Violation:”
After the words “Class III Violation is” add the word “an” and delete the words “the fourth or subsequent.”
On page 41 under 21.2 Disciplinary Sanctions:
In the section title, delete “Sanctions” and insert “Actions.”
1. (a) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(b) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
(c) At the end of the sentence, insert the words “, or within the timeframe recommended by the inspection authority.”
2. No change.
3. Delete each reference to “sanction” and insert “action”
4. No change.
5. No change.
6. Delete the word “sanctions and insert “actions.”
(a) Class I Violations.
i. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
After the words “exceed six months” insert “, or terminate the provider’s school readiness contract if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
ii. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.”
(b) Class II Violations.
i. No change.
ii. No change.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives three or more of the same or different class II violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
(c) Class III Violations.
i. No change.
ii. Delete the last sentence of the paragraph.
iii. Delete the word “placing” and insert “and place.”
iv. Delete the word “to” and insert “, or.”
After the words “terminate the provider’s school readiness contract” insert “if the coalition determines that the class violation(s) pose an immediate and serious danger to the health and safety or welfare of children in care.
v. If a provider receives five or more of the same or different class III violations within the contract year, the coalition may place the provider on a corrective action plan if the coalition concludes corrective action will resolve the failure to comply.
vi. If the coalition concludes that corrective action will not resolve the failure to comply, the coalition may terminate the provider’s contract.
On page 47 under 22.3 Probationary Status, add new number 5:
“5. If the provider has not satisfactorily completed the terms of its probation by the end of the contract term, the provider will still be held accountable for the terms of the probation of the previous contract if the provider remains eligible to deliver the School Readiness Program and executes a new contract with the coalition.”
On page 47, add new section 22.4 Termination:
22.4 Termination
1. The coalition has the right to terminate a provider’s contract for cause at any time, pursuant to the School Readiness Provider Contract. The following are grounds for termination for cause:
(a) Action, or lack of action, which immediately threatens the health, safety or welfare of children; or
(b) Failure to comply with the terms of the provider’s contract, including failure to implement corrective action or comply with the terms of probation.
Form OEL-SR 6207, School Readiness In-Service Training Record School Readiness Program has the following changes:
At bottom of the page, delete “August,” and insert “October.”
Form OEL-SR 6208, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements School Readiness Program has the following changes:
At bottom of the page, delete “August,” and insert “October.”
Mid-page, number 3. First Aid: delete “3” and insert “2.”
