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WILLOW PARK DAYCARE TRAFFIC DATA
Prepared by R. F. Kaminski & Associates , Inc.
Microwave, Inc. , Flagship Drive, currently employs 45
persons who generate approximately 135 average weekday vehicle
trip ends. This includes a morning peak hour of approximately
74 trips and an evening peak hour of 65 trips under the existing
conditions. The proposed day care center at the Microwave, Inc.
building will accommodate 100 children in a normal business day .
The proposed parking on the project site is 56 spaces, an
increase of 22 spaces over the existing 34 spaces currently
existing on the site. The proposed day care center will employ
15-20 persons. The estimated average week day vehicle trip ends
for the day care center is 200. This includes a morning peak
hour of 90 trips and evening peak hour of 85 trips. The total
proposed trip generation for the site is, therefore, 335 average
week day vehicle trip ends. This includes a morning peak hour
of 164 trips and an evening peak hour of 150 trips.
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Time Staff Total
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7 :30 3 Arrive 6
8:00 4 Arrive 10
8: 30 6 Arrive 16
9 :00 1 Arrive 17
12 Noon 4 Arrive, 2 Depart 19
12 : 30 1 Arrive 20
1 :00 3 Arrive, 5 Depart 18
1 : 30 1 Depart 17
2:00 2 Arrive, 1 Depart 18
4:00 2 Depart 16
4:30 2 Depart 14
5 :00 6 Depart 8
5 :30 4 Depart 4
6 :00 3 Depart 1
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LAND SHOWN ON THIS PLAN SUBJECT TO SUB - 9�oJ�D
DIVISION COVENANT BETWEEN 114 ASSOCIATES
REALTY TRUST AND NORTH ANDOVER PLANNING ,�- �
BOARD DATED SEPT. 10, 1984 TO BE RECORDED
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PATH OR EASEMENT IN OR APPURTENANT TO THE SUBDIVISION �►�
UNTILL CONVEYED TO THE TOWN AND SHALL MAINTAIN AND REPAIR
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TO THE PLANNING BOARD DURING THAT PERIOD.
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OWNERS WHOSE LAND MAY BE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
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EXHIBITS
A. EXISTING DAY CARE FACILITIES:
1. LIST OF EXISTING FACILITIES
2. LINKAGE LEGISLATION & FEDERAL REGULATIONS
B. RESPONSE TO MUNICIPAL INPUT:
1. LETTER OF INTENT - PLANNING BOARD, FIRE DEPARTMENT,
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E. EVACUATION PLAN & PUBLIC REGULATIONS:
1. REGULATIONS PROMULGATED BY THE OFFICE OF CHILDREN
2 . CARE POLICIES & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES OF WILLOW PARK
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JOSEPH 0. ALVIANI TELEPHONE:
SECRETARY (617) 727-8360
June 9, 1988
Sheila Balboni
Executive Director
Child Care Circuit
190 Hampshire Street
Lawrence, Massachusetts 01840
Dear Sheila :
In response to your inquiry about the appropriateness and safety of locating
child care centers in industrial parks, I would like to offer the following
information about employer-supported child care in the Commonwealth: 5 centers are
housed in office parks, 2 in manufacturing facilities, and one, which you might
like to contact, in an industrial park.
ATEX' s center is located in an industrial park in Bedford. The center is
directed by Paula Doherty.
The licensing of the above centers indicates that local boards of health, local
zoning boards, fire departments and the Office for Children have certified the
safety of their various locations.
If I can provide any further information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Christina Dillon, Director
Corporate Child Care Program
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SECRETARY (617) 727-8380
June 9, 1988
Sheila Balboni
Executive Director
Child Care Circuit
190 Hampshire Street
Lawrence, Massachusetts 01840
Dear Sheila:
In response to your inquiry about the appropriateness and safety of locating
child care centers in industrial parks, I would like to offer the following
information about employer-supported child care in the Commonwealth: 5 centers are
housed in office parks, 2 in manufacturing facilities, and one, which you might
like to contact, in an industrial park.
ATEX' s center is located in an industrial park in Bedford. The center is
directed by Paula Doherty.
The licensing of the above centers indicates that local boards of health, local
zoning boards, fire departments and the Office for Children have certified the
safety of their various locations.
If I can provide any further information, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Christina Dillon, Director
Corporate Child Care Program
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FACT SHEET: AN ACT TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE LINKAGE=-H5374
THE PROBLEM:
Massachusetts is faced with a serious child care crisis. The dramatic
increase in the number of working women has led to a surge in demand for
affordable, quality child care services The supply has not kept pace with
that demand. Today, more than half of all mothers with children under the age
of six are in the workforce. However, only one third of Massachusetts families
needing child care are able to find it at a cost they can reasonably afford.
As a result, many children are served poorly, or not at all.
THE LINKAGE SOLUTION:
Development projects lead to increased employment, and employment
generates a need for child care services. Unfortunately, few developers or
businesses -- only 1 out of 2,000 employers nationwide -- provide workers
with child care benefits. The public supports linkage as a way to address
this problem: 68% of respondents to a 1987 survey by the Boston Redevelopment
Authority favored such a program for developers.
The linkage act. sponsored by Rep. Saundra Graham and Senator John Olver.
would require most developers who build or renovate more than 50,000 square
feet of space to construct an on- or near-site child care center, or to pay an
in lieu child care fee into a special fund It would also require the state to
include child care facilities in new buildings, wherever feasible
Developers choosing to build a new center would have to provide space
equal to 2 percent of the new facility free of charge to a licensed non-profit
child care provider. Those choosing the fee would contribute monies to a Child
Care Develonment Fund each year for 10 years. These funds would establish a
grants program to help providers serve more children through subsidies and
capital improvements. Low- and moderate-income development employees would be
given top priority for the new services created.
WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM LINKAGE?
Employees and community residents obviously would benefit from an increase
in conveniently located child care That increase could be substantial. In
1985, for example. 28 million square feet in non-residential construction was
created in eastern Massachusetts alone. Had the linkage bill been in effect.
that could have led to the creation of 174 on-site day care centers serving
more than 8.000 children in that region. If the fees alone had been required.
that would have generated millions of day care dollars.
Businesses would also benefit from the legislation A study conducted
by the National Employer Supported Child Care Project in 1982 revealed the
following: 90 percent of the human resource managers reported that child care
had a positive impact on morale; 85 percent said it helped recruitment.
and; more than half agreed on-site care reduces turnover and absenteeism.
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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, April 6, 1988.
The commitee on Human Services and Elderly Affairs, to whom
was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4452) of
Saundra Graham, other members of the General Court and another
for legislation to provide child care linkage, reports recommending
that the accompanying bill (House, No. 5374) ought to pass.
For the committee,
PAUL KOLLIOS. !
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The C mmonbnealth of ala-00acbUliettg
In the Year One Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty-Eight.
AN ACT TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE LINKAGE.
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Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General
Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:
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1 SECTION 1. The General Laws are hereby amended by insert-
2 ing after Chapter 40M the following new chapter:
3 Chapter 40N
4 Section 1. The general court finds and declares that a serious
5 emergency exists with respect to the shortage of quality and
6 affordable child care in Massachusetts, especially for low and
7 moderate income households.The general court further finds that
8 it is improbable that factors inhibiting the supply of child care
9 will be mitigated by the market place without general govern-
10 mental intervention.
11 It is hereby declared the lack of child care is a serious and
12 growing problem, injurious and inimical to the safety, health and
13 welfare of the residents of the commonwealth. The problem con-
14 stitutes an economic and social liability, and substantially impairs
15 and arrests and sound growth of cities and towns. The economic
16 and social interdependence of different communities and of
17 different areas within a single community necessitates that the
18 problem be addressed by a comprehensive plan in order to achieve
19 a permanent solution.
20 Section 2. The following words shall have the following mean-
21 ings when used in this chapter, unless the context clearly requires
22 otherwise:
23 "Child care linkage advisory board"the statewide board estab- }
24 lished pursuant to this chapter to advise the executive office of
25 communities and development on all matters related to imple-
26 mentation of this chapter.
27 "Child care linkage fee", a fee equal to two percent of the rental
28 fee in the development project multiplied by the total square
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29 footage of the development project to be determined and paid into
30 the child care linkage fund each year for ten years.
31 "Child care linkage fund", the total child care linkage fees col-
32 lected by a municipality and maintained in a revolving account
33 for disbursement through the child care linkage grants programs.
34 "Child care linkage grants", grants to be issued by the local
35 linkage board to grant applicants for the expansion of child care
36 services and for a sliding fee scale to help low or moderate income
37 families utilize such additional space.
38 "Child care provider", a person or non-profit organization that
39 meets applicable office for children licensing standards required
40 to establish and maintain a child care center.
41 "Community", the city or town in which a development project
42 occurs;if said city or town contains fewer than fifty thousand resi-
43 dents, then "community" may also include cities and towns
44 contiguous to said city or town, at the discretion of the child care '
45 linkage advisory board.
46 "Developer", an applicant seeking a building permit for con-
47 struction of a project subject to this chapter and such applicant's
48 successors and assigns.
49 "Development project", any new construction, addition exten-
50 sion, conversion or enlargement, or combination thereof, of any
51 building as defined in section one of chapter one hundred forty-
52 three of the General Laws made to an existing commercial and
53 industrial property as defined by section two A of chapter fifty-
54 nine except for those projects outlined in section thirteen of this
55 chapter.
56 "Local linkage board", the local board established in
57 municipality to advise the municipality on all matters related to
58 implementation of this chapter and to be responsible for the j
59 disbursement of the monies collected through the child care
60 linkage fund pursuant to regulations promulgated by the i
61 executive office of communities and development.
62 "Low or moderate income", families or persons whose gross
63 monthly income is equal to or less than one hundred and fifteen
64 percent of the state median income, as determined by the United !
65 States census bureau and adjusted annually by a percentage j
66 amount equal to the percentage rise in the United States consumer
67 price index.
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68 "Near-site", a location in the same community as and in
69 reasonable proximity to the development project.
70 "On-site", located on the premises of the development project.
71 "Rental fee", the average collected rent per square foot per year
72 as determined by the board of assessors in a municipality based
73 on the actual or assumed market rent of the development project,
74 whichever is greater.
75 Section 3. The provisions of chapter forty N and Chapter
76 seven, section 41c, of the General Laws, as inserted by this act
77 shall take effect six months from the effective date of this act.
78 Section 4. Any developer of a commercial or industrial
79 development project who seeks a permit to construct, create an
80 addition, or change the use of a development project equaling at
81 least 50,000 square feet shall be required to provide one of the
82 following:
83 a) construction of an on-site or near-site child care center in
84 accordance with section four of this chapter;
85 b) construction of an on-site or near-site center in consortium
86 with one or more other developers in accordance with section six
87 of this chapter;
88 c) contribution of a fee to a child care linkage fund in
89 accordance with section seven of this chapter;
90 d) a combination of contributing to the construction of a center
91 and paying a partial fee in accordance with section eight of this
92 chapter; or
93 e) obtain an exemption from this act in accordance with section
94 thirteen of this chapter.
95 Section 5. Child care space constructed pursuant to this chap-
96 ter must meet the following criteria:
97 1) have a minimum gross floor area of two percent of the total
98 new, additional or renovated square feet of floor area; i
99 2) be provided to a licensed child care provider without charge }
100 for rent, utilities, property taxes, building services or any other
101 charges relating to the physical space;notwithstanding that the child
102 care provider will be responsible for the other operating costs of the
103 child care center,including,but not limited to,salaries,supplies and
104 liability insurance not related to physical structure of the building;
105 3) be provided for ten years commencing with the opening of
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106 the child care center for use by children, or until the developer
107 demonstrates that there is no longer a need for the child care j
108 center, and
109 4) comply with all applicable office for children licensing
110 requirements for child care facilities. i
111 Enrollment priority for the created or purchased space shall be
112 granted to:
113 a) low and moderate income employees of the development
114 project;
115 b) other employees of the development project;
116 c) low and moderate income residents of the community;
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117 d) other residents of the community.
118 Section 6. Developers must indicate their intentions for +
119 complying with this act at the time they apply for a building
120 permit.No developer shall be granted a building permit until plans
121 for fulfilling the child care linkage requirements have been sub-
122 mitted to the local building inspector. t
123 All developers subject to these requirements must also record
124 a covenant upon the title deed obligating the developer to fulfill
125 the selected linkage requirement prior to receiving a certificate of
126 occupancy. The municipality may not issue a certificate of
127 occupancy unless a copy of the covenant has been provided to
128 building inspector and the advisory board.
129 Developers choosing to provide on-site child care space, either
130 alone or in consortium, shall include such provisions in the
131 development project plans. Further, no developer choosing to
132 provide on-site child care space shall be granted a certificate of
133 occupancy until such space has been completed, in accordance -
134 with all the necessary office for children regulations.
135 Developers choosing to construct near-site space, to contribute +
136 to the linkage fund, or to combine near-site space with a contribu-
137 tion, must post a bond with the municipal tax collector prior to
138 the issuance of a building permit. The bond shall be for the esti-
139 mated full amount of the child care linkage fee over a ten year
140 period as estimated by the local assessor based upon the projected
141 average rental fee of the building using buildings of similar use
142 and location as a guide. Upon completion of the linkage require- j
143 ment for each year, the municipal tax collector shall partially
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144 release the bond posted by the developer in an amount equal to
145 the imputed value for that year as derived in the original calcula-
146 tion of the linkage fee.
147 To meet the requirements of this chapter, a municipality may
148 expend annually up to ten percent of the actual linkage fees for
149 the current calendar year for administration of the linkage
150 program.
151 Section 7. For developers opting to participate in a consor-
152 tium, the following shall apply: two or more developers may elect
153 to provide a single child care center on the premises of one of the
154 development projects, to be known as an on-site consortium, or
155 in a location within reasonable proximity to all of the develop-
156 ment projects, but not on the same site as any one such project,
157 subject to approval of the local linkage board, to be known as
158 a near-site consortium.
159 Developers who fail to open or maintain a complying child care
160 center within two years after receiving a certificate of occupancy
161 for the development project shall forfeit the portion of the bond
162 equal to that year's fee payment and for each year they continue
163 to fail to meet their linkage obligations.
164 Section 8. For developers choosing to contribute to the linkage
165 fund, the following shall apply: commencing September 1, one
166 year after the granting of the certificate of occupancy to a
167 developer, the municipal tax collector shall collect the first of ten
168 annual linkage fee payments from the developer. This and each
169 subsequent fee payment shall be deposited in an interest bearing
170 bank account dedicated specifically for child care linkage grants _
i 171 to be distributed by the local linkage board as provided in this !
172 act.
173 Developers who fail to make the linkage fund contribution
174 payment within thirty days of the payment due date shall forfeit
175 the portion of the bond equal to that year's fee payment and for
176 each year that they continue to fail to meet these fee requirements.
177 The forfeited portion of the bond shall be deposited in the same
178 account and shall be treated as if it were the child care linkage
179 fee payment.
180 Section 9. For developers choosing to combine a consortium
181 with a fee, the following shall apply: child care space must have
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182 a minimum gross floor area of 2,000 square feet and meet the other
183 requirements of centers as listed in section four. The child care
184 linkage advisory board shall determine a formula for calculating
185 the amount of the fee to be paid under this section into the child
186 care linkage fund in lieu of providing space.
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187 Section 10. The executive office of communities and develop-
188 ment, hereafter referred to as the office, is hereby charged with
189 the overall implementation and administration of this chapter. Its r
190 responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, developing
191 forms required for implementation of this chapter, advising
192 municipalities on this chapter's requirements providing support
193 staff to the child care linkage advisory board and promulgating t
194 regulations in accordance with chapter 30A of the General Laws
195 in consultation with the child care linkage advisory board. Said
196 regulations shall include, but not be limited to, criteria for the
197 collection, maintenance and disbursement of monies collected
198 through the child care linkage fund and criteria for discretionary
199 exemptions. Said regulations are to be consistent with the pro-
200 visions of this chapter and are to be forwarded to the local linkage
201 boards. The funds shall be disbursed by the local linkage boards
202 as described in section twelve through the grants program
203 described in section fifteen.
204 Section 11. There shall be within the executive office of
205 communities and development, but not subject to its control, a
206 child care linkage advisory board, hereafter referred to as the
207 advisory board, for the purposes of this chapter. The advisory
208 board shall consist of sixteen members, as follows: the secretary
209 of the office, the secretary of the executive office of economic
210 affairs, the secretary of the executive office of human services, the
211 secretary of the executive office of labor, the commissioner of the
212 office for children, the commissioner of the department of social
213 services;the following individuals to be appointed by the governor:
214 four members of the public experienced in the field of child care,
215 no two of whom shall reside in the same social service region as I
216 defined by the department of social service and one of whom shall
217 be a representative of organized labor; four members of the
218 business community, two of whom represent the developers of
219 properties covered by this chapter and two of whom represent
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220 business interests not directly related to .the development of
221 property; and two representatives of municipal government.
222 The terms of each appointive member shall be for two years,
223 provided however, that upon creation of the advisory board the
224 first term shall be for three years for two of the members represent-
225 ing the child care community, one member representing
226 developers of commercial or industrial properties, one member
227 representing the business interest not directly related to the
228 development of property, and one of the representatives of
229 municipal government. None of the appointive members shall
230 serve more than two consecutive full terms.
231 The advisory board shall elect a chairperson who may vote only 1
232 in the event of a tie, and other officers as it considers appropriate.
233 The advisory board shall meet at least six times a year. Said
234 board shall, among other responsibilities, advise the secretary of
235 the office on matters of policy, shall be consulted by the secretary
236 prior to the issuance of rules and regulations, shall grant
237 exemptions to developers under criteria described in section four-
238 teen of this chapter, and shall perform such other duties as the
239 secretary may request. The advisory board shall establish bylaws
240 for its operation.
241 The appointive members of the advisory board shall receive fifty
242 dollars for each day or portion thereof spent in the discharged
243 of their official duties and shall be reimbursed for their necessary
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245 Section 12. There shall be established a local linkage board in
246 each municipality in which a development project occurs subject
247 to the provisions of this chapter. Said board shall be responsible
248 for the disbursement of monies collected through the child care I
249 linkage fund to expand child care services in the local community.
250 Said board shall consist of two members of the public experienced
251 in the field of child care,one developer of commercial or industrial i
252 property, one member of the business community not directly
253 related to the development of property, and one representative 1
254 of the municipality. The terms of each member shall be for two 1
255 years, provided however, that upon creation of the board the first t
256 term shall be for three members for one member of the child care
257 community, one member of either the development or business 4
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258 person not involved in development and the municipal
259 representative. The board shall elect one member to act as
260 chairperson of the board and shall establish bylaws to ensure the
261 timely disbursement of said monies and the efficient working of
262 the board.
263 Section 13. The criteria to disburse child care linkage funds by f
264 the local linkage boards in cooperation with the municipality and j
265 consistent with regulations promulgated by the executive office
266 of communities and development shall include, but not be limited
267 to, the following:
268 a) in every community where a child care linkage fund has been
269 established, the local linkage board shall issue a request for
270 proposal to all state licensed child care center providers based in
271 the community in which the development project is located.
272 Copies shall also be made available through the child care resource
273 and referral agency and local councils for children serving the
274 community in which the development occurs;
275 b) only projects, programs, or capital improvements that will
276 help to create a new child care center, to increase the number of
277 children served at an existing center, or to establish a sliding scale
278 to help low or moderate income families utilize the additional
279 space created shall be considered eligible to funding;
280 c) direct subsidies for salaries of providers of child care centers
281 are not permissible through this grants program;
282 d) the local linkage board may, when reviewing grant
283 proposals, see the non-binding recommendations of the
284 developer;
285 e) the local linkage board may issue a request for proposal more
286 than one time per year as long as monies are available in the fund.
287 For ten years following creation of new child care centers slots
288 through the funded project, the additional spaces created shall be
289 provided according to the following priority:
290 i) low- and moderate-income employees working at the
291 development project;
292 ii) other employees working at the development project; '
293 iii) low- and moderate-income families from the community;
294 iv) other families from the community.
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295 Section 14. The following development projects shall be
296 exempt from the provisions of this chapter:
297 a) development projects of the government of the United
298 States, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and of the
299 municipalities of the Commonwealth and any of their instru-
300 mentalities, agencies, or subdivisions;
301 b) development of houses of religious worship owned by, or
302 in trust for the exclusive benefit and use of any religious
303 organization;
304 c) development projects which are constructed, installed, or
305 placed in operation, in whole or in part for the purpose of
306 eliminating industrial waste or reducing such waste to a level of
307 toxicity that is not harmful to fish, fowl, animal life or aquatic
308 vegetation and thereby abating or preventing the pollution to the
309 waters of the commonwealth, this exemption shall apply to
310 facilities for the treatment, neutralization or stabilization of
311 industrial waste or industrial air pollution from a point
312 immediately preceding the point of such treatment,neutralization
313 or stabilization to the point of disposal;
314 d) development projects for the benefit of incorporated
315 organizations of veterans of any war in which the United States
316 has been engaged and if such development is to be actually used
317 and occupied by such association; and
318 e) any development for a regiment, corps, company or other
319 organized unit of the volunteer militia and used exclusively for
320 military purposes.
321 A developer may be granted an exemption from this chapter
322 if the advisory board determines that the project does not create
323 a need for new child care services in the community. Exemptions
324 shall be granted in following circumstances:
325 a) The developer demonstrates that the development project
326 will employ fewer than twenty individuals during any single eight- E
327 hour working shift and will continue to do so for the reasonably
328 foreseeable future. 1
329 b) The developer demonstrates that the development project
330 already is served by an on- or near-site child care center that has
331 sufficient capacity to serve all additional employees working in
332 the new space.
333 c) The developer demonstrates that sufficient excess child care
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334 capacity exists in the community presently, and will continue to
335 exist for the reasonably foreseeable future, to meet the new
336 demand for child care created by the development project. j
337 A developer may also be granted an exemption pursuant to
338 regulations promulgated by the executive office of communities
339 and development. A developer must apply in writing to the
340 advisory board for said exemptions. The board may request addi-
341 tional documentation from the developer, and may seek data or
342 other information from other community services, including but
343 not limited to, the local linkage board, the area council for
344 children and the child care resource and referral agency serving
345 the community. j
346 Section 15. In addition to any other remedies provided herein,
347 any developer who fails to comply with this chapter shall be
348 punishable by a fine of two hundred dollars per violation per day
349 payable into the local municipality's child care linkage fund. If
350 sixty days have elapsed from the date said fine begins to
351 accumulate and the developer has failed to remedy the violation
352 or to pay the fine, the attorney general shall initiate proceedings
353 in superior court against the developer on behalf of the common-
354 wealth to restrain further violations, to enforce the fine and to
355 enforce any other provisions of this act.
1 SECTION 2. Chapter sixty-three of the General Laws is
_ 2 hereby amended by inserting after 38K the following section:
3 Section 38L. (a) in determining the net income subject to tax
4 under this chapter a domestic or foreign business corporation, at
5 its election may deduct the additional expenses incurred for the
6 construction, reconstruction, erection, or improvement of a child
7 care facility in the Commonwealth that results in an increase in
8 the number of children served;
9 (b) such deduction shall be allowed only on the condition that
10 such facilities have been licensed by the office for children and
I I the net income for the taxable year and all succeeding years be i
12 computed without any exemption, credit or depreciation for such j
13 expenditures or for depreciation of the property other than the
14 depreciation allowed by this section;
15 (c) if expenditures with respect to child care facilities have been
16 deducted as provided herein and if within ten years from the end
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17 of the taxable year in which such deduction was allowed such
18 facility is used for any other purpose than child care, the
19 corporation shall report such change of use in its return for the
20 first taxable year during which it occurs, and the commissioner
21 may recompute the tax for the year or years for which such
22 deduction was allowed and may assess any additional tax resulting
23 from such recomputation within the period of assessment
24 applicable to such return.
1 SECTION 3. Chapter seven of the General Laws is amended t
2 by adding after section 41B the following:
3 Section 41C. The director of programing in consultation with
4 the child care linkage advisory board established in chapter 40N
5 of the General Laws, shall require that any plan for new
6 construction or major renovation not limited to repairs due to
7 deferred maintenance and subject to the provisions of section 40B
8 of chapter seven include a child care center in all circumstances
9 but the following:
10 1) the health and safety of the children would be jeopardized;
11 2) office for children regulations cannot be met; or
12 3) the director of programming determines there is insufficient
13 need for a child care center.
14 Any child care space provided in a state building shall be made
15 available to a licensed child care provider without charge for rent,
16 utilities, property taxes, building services or other charges.
1 SECTION 4. Commencing one year after the effective date of
2 this chapter and annually thereafter, the executive office of
3 communities and development shall file a report with the general
4 court detailing the status of compliance with the chapter, the k
5 effectiveness of the chapter in mitigating the commonwealth's
6 shortage of child care facilities, the impact of this chapter on the
7 amount of child care facilities available to low and moderate
8 income households, the needs for continuation of the require-
9 ments of this chapter,and further recommendations for legislative
10 action which may effectuate the policies of this act.
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CENTRAL FIRE HEADQUARTERS
124 Main Street
�SSACHUSE� North Andover, Mass. 01845
WILLIAM V. DOLAN Tel. (617) 686-3812
Chief of Department
THIS LETTER IS IN REFERENCE TO THE PROPOSED DAY CARE FACILITY
TO THE REAR OF MICROWAVE DEVELOPMENT065 FLAGSHIP DRIVE.ON THURS—
DAY,JUNE 9 19889I , LT. ANDREW MELNIKAS ALONG WITH LT. THMMAS
CASALE AND THE CREW FROM ENGINE# 2 INSPECTED THE BUILDING IN ORDER
TO MAKE SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING THE FUTURE PLANS
. I FEEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHOULD BE ADDED/CORRECTED:
1 .THE ENTIRE FACILITY SHOULD BE SPRINKLERED.
AT THIS TIME ONLY PORTIONS ARE DONE.BEAR IN
MIND THE ADDITION WILL HAVE TO BE DONE ALSO.
2.EXIT LIGHTING WILL HAVE TO BE ADDED/UPGRADED
IN THE EXISTING AREA.
3.PULL STATIONS NEED TO BE ADDED TO THE CURRENT AS
THERE ARENT ANY AT THIS TIME.
4.THE FIRE DEPT. CONNECTION IS BLOCKED BY SHRUBBERY
AND THIS MUST BE REMOVED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
5.THE PROPER PERMITS SHOULD BE TAKEN OUT AND KEPT
ON THE PREMISES. I NOTICED ACETYLENE AND A CHEMI—
CAL SOLUTION( IRIDITE) .
6.ADDITIONAL FIRE HYDRANTS NE'BD TO BE INSTALLED.
LOCATIONS OF SUCH WILL BE PER ORDER OF CHIEF.
7.THE AREA NEAR THE SHIPPING DEPARTMENT IS IN NEED
OF SOME GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
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ELLIS BUILDING
95 MAIN STREET
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845
RALPH R. JOYCE
(617) 685-4555
VIKEN MANOUGIAN
June 14, 1988
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Town of North Andover
BOARD OF APPEALS
120 Main Street
North Andover, MA 01845
RE: WILLOW PARK CHILD CARE CENTER
BUILDING FACADE
Dear Sirs:
The Board expressed concern that the building facade
presented to the Board be in some manner guaranteed in its
construction by your applicant. I submit herewith a report of
Richard F. Kaminski and Associates, Inc. to further evidence
the intent of the applicant together with pertinent sections of
the building codes relative to day care facilities.
The difficulty in providing a full set of architectural
plans at this time is the very significant expense prior to the
boards indication that they will allow the location of a day
care facility at the site. In order to further advance the
Board' s position it is my recommendation that you append to
your decision the condition that the architectural plans
submitted to the Building Inspector for permitting be approved
by this Board before such permit issues for construction.
I suggest that this procedure of "signing off" on the
final plan will safeguard the Board's position.
WILLO P D CENTER
by s or
PH R. SOY
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Richard F. Kaminski & Associates, Inc.
June 2, 1988
Frank Serio, Chairman
North Andover Board of Appeals
North Andover Town Hall
Main Street
North Andover, MA 01845
RE: Willow Park
Day Care Center
Dear Sir:
This is in response to a concern raised by the Board at the
Hearing of May 10, 1988 concerning the aesthetics of building a
Day Care Center in a manufacturing environment.
The project as proposed will be physically separated from the
adjacent facility by a concrete block fire wall . The building
will be totally gutted and rebuilt on the inside with all new
materials appropriate for child care. New windows and doors will
be cut into the existing walls to provide natural daylight to
enter and also to provide fire egress from all child rooms.
Furthermore, an entry canopy will be added and new facades built
to express a warm, friendly, center in the style and spirit shown
in the rendering submitted.
Respectfully,
Richard F. Kaminski & Associates, Inc.
Philip O.Belanger, AIA
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SECTION 434.0 DAY CARE CENTERS
434.1 General: Day care centers shall be subject to the applicable
provisions of this code and the special requirements of this section. Day
care centers licensed by the Office for Children may be subject to comph-
ance with the rules and regulations of that authority. These provisions
shall apply to new and existing day care centers.
434.2 High hazard restriction: A day care center shall not occupy the
same building with, or be located within two hundred (200) feet of a high
hazard occupancy.
434.3 Day care center use groups
434.3.1 Less than two years and nine months in age: Buildings and
portions thereof licensed2) earsyandeninOffice9)for Children
tin age oras ycare centers
yo younger shall
for children two (2) y
be classified as I-2 use group.
434.3.2 More than two years and nine months in age: Buildings and
portions thereof licensed by the Office for Children as day care centers
for children more than two (2) years and nine (9) months in age shall be
classified as A-4 use group.
434.4 Heiaht and area limitations
434.4.1 1-2 limitations: Existing buildings containing day care occupan-
cies (use group I-2) not in conformance with the height and area limita-
tions of Table 305 shall be limited to not more than three (3) stories and
forty (40) feet in height. The day care center shall be restricted to the
first floor and cellar or basement use and not more than two thousand
four hundred (2,400) square feet per floor. All rewired egresses shall
be directly to grade.
434.4.2 A-4 limitations: Existing buildings containing day care occupan-
cies (use group A-4) not in conformance with the height and area limita-
tions of Table 305 shall be limited to not more than three (3) stories and
forty (40) feet in height. The day care center shall be restricted to the
first two (2) stories and the basement or cellar use and not more than
four thousand eight hundred (4,800) square feet per floor.
434.4.3 Increases: Increases in height or area shall not be allowed for
A-4 or I-2 day care center use groups.
434.5 Day care centers classified as I-2 use group
434.5.1 Basement and cellar use in Types 3C and 4B construction
434.5.1.1 Basement use: A basement, as defined in this code, of a
Type 3C or 4B construction may be used for a day care center in accord-
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ance with the following requirements: there shall be two (2) separate
and independent means of egress, remote from each other:
1. leading to grade; or
2. leading to a one (I) hour fire-rated enclosed stairway not more
than four (4) feet in height vertically which leads directly to grade
and is separated from any other use as an egress by one (1) hour
fire-rated partitions and self-closing doors.
434.5.1.2 Cellar use: A cellar, as defined in this code, of a Type 3C or
4B construction may be used for a day care center in accordance with the
following requirement..::
i. There shall be at least two (2) separate and independent interior
means of egress, remote as possible from each other and leading
directly to grade or to a one (1) hour fire-rated enclosed stairway
not more than four (4) feet in height, vertically-. Any such stair-
way serving as a required means of egress from a day care center
shall serve only the clay care center.
2. Smoke detectors shall be located in the story of use and in the
story below, if one exists, directly beneath the area being used for
the day care center.
3. Interior stairways used as required means of egress shall contain
smoke detectors connected to alarms audible throughout the day
care center.
434.6 Egress requirements for I-2 and A-4 day care center use groups
434.6.1 Below grade: All day care centers or parts thereof located
below grade, except for I-2 day care center use in Types 3C and 4B
-construction is provided in Sections 434.5.1.1 and 434.5.1.2, shall con-
form to the following requirenlents:
1. There shall be at least two (2) separate,and independent means of
egress, remote as possible from each other, at least one (1) of
2. Required interior stairways shall be of at least one (1) hour fire-
rated construction enclosed with self-closing fire doors.
3. Required interior stairways shall contain smoke detectors connected
to alarms audible throughout the day care center.
434.6.2 Egress on floors other than basement or cellar: Each story of
the day care center shall be provided with not less than two (2) indepen-
dent means of egress, remote as possible from each other, and such
additional approved means of egress leading from the occupied spaces so
that to reach an egress it will not be necessary to pass through a common
corridor or space.
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434.6.2.1 Buildings of Types 1, 2A and 2B construction: In buildings
of Types 1, 2A or 2B construction, except for R-2 use group, equipped
with a fire suppression system in compliance with, Section 1202.0, a single
common corridor shall be acceptable for providing access to two (2) means
of egress as required in this section.
434.6.2.2 Common corridors used as exitways: Common corridors may be
subdivided, for the purpose of Section 424.6.2 to provide separate and
independent exitways by using smoke stop partitions complying with the
provisions of this code. The doors in the smoke stop partitions may be
equipped with an automatic hold open device connected to smoke or smoke
and heat detectors and designed to close automatically by activation of the
detector system.
434.6.2.3 Egress from each room: Two (2) approved means of egress
located as remotely as possible from each other shall be required for each
occupied room. One (1) such required egress may be made by communi-
cating door.
434.6.3 Roof egress: Where the roof is used by a day care center, two
(2) enclosed stairways shall be provided, one (1) leading directly to an
enclosed exitway system and one (1) leading to a corridor or, a floor
below that leads to two (2) remote and independent exitways. The stair-
ways shall comply with all the provisions of Section 434.0 and this code.
434.6.4 Earess lighting: Egress lighting shall be.provided in conform-
ance with Article 61 including requirements for emergency lighting.
434.6.5 Doorways: All required exitway doorways shall be at least
thirty-six (36) inches in width. All other egress doorways shall be at
least thirty-two (32) inches in width.
434.6.6 Handrails: All required egress stairways shall be provided with
double handrails on both sides, and these shall be continuous including
all runs and platforms and shall be built as follows.
1. The upper rail shall be not less than thirty (30) inches nor more
than thirty-three (33) inches, measured vertically, above the nos
ing of the treads.
2. The lower rail shall be installed at approximately twenty (20) inches
high measured vertically at the face of the riser.
434.7 Heating system: Any portable or permanent heater in spaces
occupied by children shall be separated from the occupied space by
partitions, guards, screens, or other means. Space and,unit heaters
using combustible fuels shall be prohibited.
434.8 Boiler rooms: Boilers, furnaces or other fire units shall be en-
closed as required in Section 1105.0. Boiler room doors shall not open
-nto occupied areas.
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434.9 Roofs: Where a roof is used by a day care center, there shall be
a solid, smooth non-climbable fence or barrier a minimum of seven (7)
feet high on all sides and separating the day care center area from any
other uses. Fences shall be set back at least three (3) feet from the
outside edge of the exterior wall, below. A weatherproof telephone or
equivalent means of communication shall be provided for use in emergen-
cies and shall be openable without keys, coins, etc.
434.10 Fire alarm systems: Fire alarm systems shall be provided in day
care centers in accordance wit-, the requirements of this section. The
requirements of Sections 434.5.1.2 and 434.6.1 may be combined with the
requirements of this section. :
1. Facilities for up to twenty-four (24) children shall be provided with
a manual alarm system which will sound an alarm audible throughout
the day care center.
2. Facilities for twenty-five (25) or more children shall be provided
with an automatic alarm system consisting of approved smoke detec-
tors located as provided in Section 434.11 and audible throughout
the daycare center or throughout each floor of the center. In
addition, there shall be at least one (1) manual alarm on each floor
of the day care center which will sound on all floors when actuated.
434.11 Location of detectors: Smoke detectors shall be installed on the
ceiling of each story occupied by the day care center above or in front of
the doors to the stairways and at not greater than thirty (30) foot spac-
ing in the corridor providing required means of egress on all floors of
the day care center. Smoke detectors shall also be installed in all acces-
sory spaces of the day care center not used for children, including
storage over one hundred (100) square feet in area. All required detec-
tors shall be located on the same circuit and interconnected so that when
one (1) sounds, all will sound. Required detectors shall meet the re-
quirements of UL 217 as listed in Appendix. I and shall have an alarm
decibel rating of at least 85.
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434.12 Floor and ceiling protection: When the floor occupied by the day
care center is above any usable space, the floor shall have a minimum of
three quarter (3/4) hour fire rating. When the floor occupied by the day
care center is below any usable space, the ceiling shall have at least a
three quarter (3/4) hour fire rating or the floor above shall be equipped
with smoke detectors.
SECTION 435.0 SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN
435.1 Definition: Summer camps for children include premises, operated
solely between April and October of each year for recreational or other
purposes, and having residential facilities. The use of such accommoda-
tions for purposes of inspection, certification and inspection fees shall be
considered as being similar to a dormitory in R-2 use group and subject
to the following provisions of this section.
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REPORT
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SITE ASSESSMENT
65 FLAGSHIP DRIVE
NORTH ANDOVER, MA
FOR
JON—SON REALTY TRUST
863 TURNPIKE STREET
NORTH ANDOVER, MA
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BY.
SAMUEL A. FUST, P.E.
DATE: 10 December 1986
Willows Professional Park 9 799 Turnpike Street North Andover, Mass. 0-1845
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INVESTIGATION REPORT FOR
SITE CERTIFICATION RELATIVE TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
I. SITE OWNERSHIP AND LOCATION
1. Site Owner: NAME: Jon-Son Realty Trust
ADDRESS: 863 Turnpike Street
North Andover, MA 01845
TEL. NO: 681-0440
DATE OF OWNERSHIP: Nov 1983 TO Present
2. Site Location: ADDRESS: 65 Flagship Drive
North Andover, MA
COUNTY: Essex
- ASSESSOR'S PLAT: Map 107C LOT J-76
USGS QUADRANGLE: South Groveland
(attach locus' plan from USGS map)
II. SITE DESCRIPTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
1. Brief Description of Subject Site: (Describe site in terms
of existing conditions, including topography; grassy or
wooded areas; built-up areas; ponds or streams; marshes or
stamps; floodplain information; other site-specific features
of note) .
The subject property is loaated on the west side of
Flagship Drive just south of Willow Street in the
Willows Industrial Park of North Andover, MA. The
parcel includes about 3± acres of land with a 24,000
square foot, single story structure located thereon.
The south and west sides of the lot are paved while the
eastern section contains grass. Light woods are sit-
uated along the western boundary. The land slopes
downward from east to west with no standing water
on site.
2. Site Layout Information (see attached site plan prepared
from existing maps):
approximate property boundaries;
See attached plan
building and parking area location
See attached plan
site utilities;
Sewer, electric, telephone, water and gas off Flagship Drive
ponds and floodplains;
None
fencing;
See attached plan
streams;
None
marshes or swamps;
None
wells;
None
easements;
None .
power lines; etc.
Along Flagship Drive
3. Site-Specific Waste/Wastewater Information (see attached site
plan showing known or suspected waste/wastewater conveyance,
. storage or disposal areas) :
catch basins;
Along Flagship Drive
septic tanks/leaching feilds;
None
sanitary sewers;
Along Flagship Drive
underground oil tanks;
None
lagoons;
None
pits;
None
_ drainage lines;
None
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sumps;
None
ditches;
• None
other;
4. Environmental Characteristics Relative to Hazardous
Materials (see attached site plan):
topography and surface water drainage patterns;
The site contains cut slopes along the north and
east sides, then levels-off throughout the parcel
before again sloping downward slightly to the
northwest. Water follows the topography slopes.
soil types and permeabilities;
Silty sand and gravel till of low permeability
surficial and bedrock geology;
Glacial till overlies bedrock throughout this
region. ,
depth to groundwater;
About 5'+-
groundwater
'*groundwater flow direction;
Northwesterly
ponds, streams, wetlands and floodplains;
None
on-site and other drinking water supplies (surface or
underground) within 1,000 feet of the site;
None
condition of vegetation;
Good, unstressed condition
other;
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III. SITE HSITORY AND USE
1. ZONING:
Present classification and dates:
I-1 Light Industrial
Prior classification and dates:
2. Current Uses of Sites:
Industrial g Commercial
Agricultural Residential
Other
3. Brief Description of Current uses: (describe current use in
terms of products made, materials used; wastes generated; etc.) :
The front 18,000 square foot area is used by Microwave
• Development Company and the rear 6,000 square foot area
is used by N.BJon-Son Steel Erectors, Inc. MDC manufactures
passive microwave components and is generally a machine
shop operation with some cutting oil, paint and cleaners
on site. N.B.Jon-Son mainly stores materials at this lo-
cation. Two 55 gallon drums of motor oil are on site. All
waste oils are drummed and picked up by Northeast Solvents.
4. Brief Description of Former Uses of Site: (describe prior
uses, giving dates of such use and other information relative
to' waste generation and disposal):
The site was formerly virgin woodland.
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5. Current and Former Uses of Surrounding Properties:
The surrounding property has been developed from virgin
land within the past 5± years into a light industrial
complex. General uses include warehousing, office and
machine operations. Century Laminators is to the west;
Grasso/BSA and Processs Products, Yorkshire Industries
& Powder Tech Associates are to the north; Paul B. Wil-
liams and Micromatics are to the east; and Medical Imag-
ing Corp, Lyans Associates, Prestige Marketing, TESCo, and
Amitron are to the south.
6. List of Environmental Permits Held by Current and Former
Site Owners:
None on Record
7. Summary of Prior Citations or Fines for Violations of
Environmental Regulations:
None on Record
IV. SUMMARY OF SITE INSPECTION AND INVESTIGATIONS
1. Persons Interviewed Relative to Site History and Use
(provide names, addresses and telephone numbers) :
Chuck Tomes, Microwave Development Co. 681-1949
Rick Holak, N.B.Jon-Son 681-0440
Town of North Andover- Assessor's Office 682-5437
Fire Prevention 686-3812
Building Department 688-8102
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2. Surface Soil and Sediment Sampling Locations, Methods and
Analytical Results (attach site plan) :
surface soils
None
sediments
None
test pit locations and logs (if any)
None
analytical results
None
interpretation of results
None
3. Surface Water Sampling Locations and Analytical Results
(attach site plan):
ponds or lagoons
None
streams
None
springs or leachate breakouts on slopes
None
analytical results
None
interpretation or results
None
4. Subsurface Soil and Groundwater Sampling, Locations and
Analytical Results (attach site plan):
boring locations and logs
` None
monitoring well locations, elevations and logs '
None
subsurface soil sample depths
None
groundwater flow rates and directions
Northwesterly
analytical results and interpretation
None
NO
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5. Other Sampling Locations and Analytical Results:
underground tanks
None
discharge lines
None
lagoons and pits
None
analytical results and interpretation
None
6. Results of other Geophysical Investigations Conducted
(if any) :
magnetometer survey
None
seismic survey
None
electrical resistivity survey
None
V. CONCLUSIONS
1. Identification of Persons Conducting the Site Inspection
-and Investigation:
ADDRESS OR
NAMES AFFILIATION QUALIFICATIONS
Samuel A. Fusco, P.E
President of Geotechnical Consultants of MA, Inc.
BSCE and MSCE specializing in Soils Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer — MAPE #24019
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2. Conclusions of the Inspection and Investigation (including
any limitations thereto) :
Based on the results of our visual reconnaissance,
interviews and research, we conclude that there
is no apparent evidence of environmental contam-
ination at this location.
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REGULATION FILING AND PUBLICATION FORM
1. REGULATION CHAPTER NUMBER AND HEADING: 102 CMR 7. 00: STANDARDS
`! ', ,,FOR THE LICENSURE OR APPROVAL OF GRORP DAY CARE CENTERS-,: ;" `j' " ':• '�'"�'''
2. NAME OF REGULATING AGENCY: OFFICE FOR• CHILDREN
3. READABLE LANGUAGE SUMMARY: '(Categories of persons, 'organizations,
businesses affected, eneral .
.. 9 Purposes
and requirements of regulation)
Chapter 7 of 102 CMR was originally promulgated by the Office
for Children in Massachusetts Register #50 published 3/31/77.
Page numbers used here coincide with pages of this chapter as .. . .
it appears in -Volume -1 of -the Code of Massacbusetts Regulations �.
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DAY CARE Ct.=RS
Section
7.01 Introduction
7.02 Definitions
7.03 Licenses and Approvals
7.04 Effective Date; Severance
l• 7.0S Adsaiaisty atiaa of :he Canter - • P'. '-w .•, .: .°':,
•` ;• 7•.06 Staff ltequWeMM st= and Su[f' tyKPaturns�" ,.' R ., w - •ti f , .
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Program iemces and Procedures�—
7.08 Food and Food Preparation
7.09 Sleep, Rest and Quiet Activity
7.10 Referral Services and Terminacon:,tt. .: '" �• .. ,
7-11 Physical Facility and Equipment
T.12: Appendix-.3 :?, .Advisory Task Tares:t;
7.01: Introduction
These standards are adopted in accordance with Chapter 28A of the
General Laws, par=cularly sections nine through thirteen thereof, and
in accordance with Section 13 of Chapter 785 of the Acts of 1972.
Chapter 785, which created the Office for Children, stresses the 4 •commitment of state .government to assurtnQ every child,,'"a `.air and full *:? i .. ,.s,
opporttusity to reach his full..^potsTttial.•c In.fulfilling.its :.mandate as ,a' ,0•::, � +
the agency responsible for licensing day care centers; the Office has
developed specific, - !gulations to be met by day care centers in order
to provide this opportunity to the children they serve.
The scope of these standards goes beyond previous regulations in
that they include specific provisions for care of infants and toddlers
and special needs children up to age sixteen, as well as the general 'Y
provisions for all children aged two and a half through seven in day
care centers. The regulations reflect the belief that every aspect of a
day care center's operation affects the children enrolled. The physical
environment; administrative functioning; staff qualifications and
numbers; procedures for health care, rest, meals, toileting and varied
activities; and types of equipment available all contribute to the day
care experience of a child and should maintain a maximum quality level
which promotes healthy growth and development of children. .
a The standards provide that all day care centers accepting infants-t F
and toddlers. children aged two and a half through seven and/or .f:•.
-. .. spedai needs children.up to age sixteen, ars:. .
e (a) .sow dly administered •by •qualified perstms,'dasignated,,�ecific
administrative and progrard responsibilities; r
(b) staffed by appropriate numbers of persons with experience•.-
and/or education in the field'of early childhood education;
(c) providing a well-rounded variety of age-appropriate activities,
toys, and equipment for children on a regular basis:
. (dl able. to meet. the.emergency health.needs of, tha:children.,%
i (e) able to provide for the basic physical care of children, inct.ud-
t ing adequate nutmanah. meals :mad, snacks Zeat.!ar.4 sleep, and
: toikkang :.,
• ,.� (f) able to appro'p. in -Aad:o[`dtildren in day tare-in .
visiting the center, meetitng with the staff and receiving reports of �
c ..� their children's progress; n .
?,- (g) located in physical fatdiitits which meet fire.safstg require
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menta. are clean, comfortable, and free from hazards such as
lead-based paint.
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GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
.02: Definitions
Definitions. As used :n these regulations, the following words shall
have the foilowing meanings unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) Administrator of Special Education The person appointed by the
School con=ttee of any city or town, or school dist.-ict, wherein a
child resides, to serve as the admisustrator of special education
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(2),
t -
�` ( �V
:`! :SSittd jiLtii'SuanL Y�l!leQi. .. i' . .• •:• . .. . _ .. .
. (2) loyal Jl�certftc&U a--ix 9MIT11 .r %* .lethW fullGr���'wvV032�nt: '
..4•., '•'
issued "DYE the �iii:M &'•�tr. everic 'a i'�"`�T'.w•�.w� Z' ths'it'.,..,
Commonwealth or any political subdivision thereof; which authonzes it
;'. to operate a day cart:center—
(3)
(3) Center. When used alone means a day care center.
(4) Child. Any person at least one month of age and under seven
years 57—age, or sixteen years of age with special needs.
(b) Children with Special Needs. Children at. least one month of age
and under sixteen---.:years of age. who.' because iaf '*amporaty-.or.,
permanent diubilities arising-•!rom• intellemal, sensory. .emat�ossal..t °;; .', . . :: ,;•. .. ,_
physical onmental factors, or other specific learning .disa-
biliti uld be unable to progress effecuvely in & reguiar
Shall mean calendar days un :specified in the '1
�.
ons.
(7) Day Care Center. any :acility a regular basis
: whether known as a' day nursery, n - arten, child
ftlay-school..,,progressive school, child clever re-school.
or :; -; r any other name which recel+r77,
not of
F - under seven years of age, or usuie�Fpme
ai.years
.of ages }•su "children have special needs, for non resiccential custody
and care during part or all of the day separate from their parent(s).
Day care center shall not include: any part of a public sC1hool systeri;
any part of a private organized educational system. unless the semces
of such a system are primarily limited to kindergarten. nursery or
related pre-school ser%nces; a Sunday school conducted by areligious
institution; a._ facility operated,- by a religiqus ergi!Ri%�►�
ChildreA. are 'tiered for durmg Sban penods d time° wRilt 'jMtfaxis ._
resiponiible for such zhAdren we •heading religious s"Vives;
day care home; an informal cooperative arrangement among neighbors
or relatives; or :he occasional cs-o of children with or without';caniPen
-
sauon therefor.
Director. The director a>f %M 0Mce for,.ChiIdren• .a
the_=M the hiltW:i 3a Omi00R"
P, ..
- isr. Q� •.a•.. :..'i:'+ii..i. <' .i
(28) Ci`ou1l.i d L. 2tio4'''ar matt •eltiidrea'�-;.r>Re'=pW's�>�� .� !Sam
activities at the same time and are assigned to the same staff person
for supervision, at the same time. t
(11) Infant. A child who is under fifteen months of age.
(12) License. .Any certification in writing, whether regular or pro-
visional, issued by the Office to any person other than a department,
agency or institution of the Com;monweaith or any political subdivision
'thereof, which authorizes such person to operate a day care center" �
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(13) Licensed capacity. neteraination by the Office of the number cf
children wnrcn a day care center can care for at any one time under
these regulations.
(14) Licensee. Any person holding a 'license or approval issued by
the Office.
(15) Office. The Office for Children.
y' 'j : i �,• (16) .Parrs .". F*tlset of aotlrsxc dints ac or
aYtha'sted ffi is as behsali at ffie Child ut:
;� ac..or tmsftsaczzaQs---
witk.:tete tafter: =other ar guatdiaa;•.. . .
ti:r (19) 'Person f Jot: ► 'indi"duai, t parttsat%W, catporatrotr, assoczse-an ,i
organization or trust or any department, agency or institution of the
V.`„ federal gover?%meatt or of :ha Commonweaith.orar.;! pebt mi subdivision.:
thereof.
(19) Sanitize. Effective bactericidal treatment of surfaces of equip-
ment and utensils.
(20) Toddler. A child who is at least 11"'ee: months of age, bLt
under thirry-three, months Gf age.
_ 7.03: Protedures For Issaing Lizenses and Apptavais'
(1}t r. :;F
Applications. Any person who`wishes to -istab
day care center serving children shall file an appii'
.�.� with. the Office in a manner and on a form presc • Arty
alt to renew a license or approval shallreran application
_ wal, in writing, with the Office in a manner,,and on a
d by it not less than thirty (30) days prio us rhe-date
his current license or approval.
- - (2) Requirements for Applicant. The applicant shall b
designated by the owner or the governing body as 2isvits¢
x sibility for the administration of the facility.
(3) Action by..She Office. Upon receipt and review (which shall in-
clude interviews; site visits, and consultation related to licensing
standards) of an application for a license or approval or renewal
thereof, the Office shall issue or renew a license or approval :f it
' finds that she applicant is in compliance with these regulations. .. . ,
xR,►r. (t) Waiver!: The OfBm-' sey t,�'.u�t wriLtea lei.� wive' any
in
regulation coniaed in 102 C`XR 1'.0S through 7.11 and aildw an alter-
native method for compliance with such regulations it the applicant ..
provides clear and convincing evidence, including, at the request of• i
the Office, expert opinion which demonstrates to the satisfaction of the
j Office that the applicant's .alternative method will comply with the
' intent of the regulation for which a waiver.!is. regttrsted. .:he Office
wy cmmidsr. any otlum.;*%Uenca,-relevant she : dor•:waiver
a .
from the date of issuance unless revoked, suspended or made pro- ••
bationary. «•..
(6) Application Fee. The application shall be accompanied by a check
for thirty dollars (130.00) made payable to the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
(7) Requirements for Provisional Licenses. If the Office finds that
the applicant has not complied with, or is unable to comply with, all
applicable regulations, or if the applicant seeks to operate a center
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which has not previously operated, the Office may issue a provisional
license provided that care given in the center is adequate to protect
the health and safety of the children and that the applicant provides
the following documents:
(a) a statement of the ownership of the center, including the
names and addresses of all owners, or, in the case of corporations,
the officers, as required by 102 CMR 7.05(4)(a) and 7.05(4)(b);
(b) in the case of corporations, partnerships, and associations, a
copy of their by-laws., as required by 102 CUR 7.05(4)(b)' _cies_ <. .
;: ; ;,. ; (t stateaatat deet iss�'.ttre... • lityy d poli , as t L.!;.
rt ,
r'e'quk-ed by = CXR 7:06<3): -
(d) a ..copy. of ..the health,vam patiev as riquited:by I=
t 7.04(14)-,"and aviden-c!-of.Site:aratlabs2tty.d.a,pl"iaan: k-public i..,`:.. .
health nurse, a registered nurse cr health clinic director for
consultation, at required by 102 CUR 7.07(15);
(e) evidence .af-ability -tgr provide as admisxistrattve designee and �. . . .. .
appropriate staff supervision and ratios, as required by 102 CMR
7.05(5), 7.06(1), and 7.06(11) through 7.06(18);
(f) a copy of the written program plan, as required by 102 C34R
7.07(11) and evidence of ability to fulfill the elements of the pian
and a copy of the plan providing referral services to parents, as
required by 102 CMR 7.10(1); :F
(g) . if. the facility has not ..previously operated .as a licaued ,dap +-� °•: : ;
care center, certification from-a- state or. loot hemi ,,,4ap UMMM.:, -%f::
that the facility is free of all lead based paint which is peeling-or
chipping and that lead based paint has been completely removed
from all surfaces accessible to children, four feet from the floor or
ground level of interior and exterior surfaces, as required by 102
CMR 7.11(3). Centers which have previously operated must obtain
lead testing of the facility during the first period of provisional
licensure and shall not obtain a regular license unless such certifi-
cation is pro%nded;
(h) if the center serves hot meals for thirteen or more children,
or uses a private water source, a certification from the local health
= - department that the center is in compliance with applicable codes,
-., as required in 102 CMR 7.!1(2);
(i) certification by the Department of Public Safety or the local
building inspector, or a statement from the inspecting authority,
providing conditional approval and indicating that children's safety
would not be endangered in the center, as required in 102 Cr[R
7.11(1);
(j) a written pian, agreed to by the Office, for compliance with
the requirements in these regulations.
: (4) • .Term of Provisional License_ A t previsieW 4cesse°sar'.apprevW
shall be issued for a period not•to exceed six (6) months and may be
renewed once for no more than six (6) months. In no case shall. a
person operate under a provisional license, provisional approval or
renewal of a provisional license for mors than twelve (12) consecutive:-, .,...
months.
i ? VISITS EY I-M OFFICE-Foal CiiiLD16F•1!i ' •' !'.
5 : (!)' VUits 7t& Detl "9 mor C41mplfall4Mr.1. "AAS Mpb ree s. S ..thw i 01ffM:*,
authorized in wntmq by the Director, may. at any reasonable time,
,..,: visit and inspect any center operated by a person who.is subject.ao .. .. ..;.• • . .
Licensure or approval by the Office in order to determine whether such
center is being operated in compliance with the law and with the
regulations established by the Office.
DEFICIENCY CORRECTION ORDERS
(10) Correction of Deficiencies. Whenever the Office finds upon a
inspection or through ►nformauon in its possession that a person
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operating a day care center is not :n compliance with any applicable
Licensing regulations of the Cffice, the Office may order that person to
correct such deficiency.
(11) Content of Orders. Every such correction order shall be in
writing and shall include a statement of the deficiencies found, the
period within which the deficiency must be corrected, and the pro-
visions of law and regulation relied upon. The period shall be reason-
able and. except when the Off;c* finds an emergency dange.rous _o :he,.y,
�r �<< head aa•�`salon of" children.: wx .hes_;'Aaa_—thu'ty (314, day>f::t.'vii
.� . � : tt�t o>: sudz .order.. .. •
`"(12). Request fE Administ-etfve Reconsideration .+ within .t.seven (:),
days of such receipt, the person operating the center nay''
written request. with. the Of—';cc for., adm.ris�auve,.recpnsidxrat:en of
tete order or any portibn thereof::.
(13) Office Ac_on on Requests for Reconsideration. The Office shall
grant or deny such written request within seven (7) days of filing and
shall notify the operator of the center of such grant or denial.
(14) Enforcement. In the event that the person operating t-he center
fails to correct any deficiency w.th.r....the period presc�ribed for cor
rection, the Office may enforce,atsc tio
corrsca .order wtdaz I :.G2,.
7.03(1.5) or 7.03(16) or in accordance with G. L. c. 28A, s.• 16. '
SUSPENSION, REVOCATION AND REFUSAL TO ISSUE OR RENEW
LICENSES OR APPROVALS
(15) Grounds for Adverse ?fiction on Licenses or Approvals. after a
hearing, held pursuant to the Office for Children Rules of Procedure
for Adjudicatory Proceedings (102 CMR 1.00), the Office may revoke,
suspend, refuse to issue or refuse to renew a license or approval if it
ds any of the following:
=°T (a) the applicant or licensee failed to comply with any applicable
reQulanon or any deficiency correction order;
_ (b) the applicant or licensee submitted any misleading or false
statement or report required under these regulations;
(c) the applicant or licensee refused to submit any report or make
available any records required under these regulations;
(d) the applicant or licensee refused to admit, at a reasonable
time, any employee of the Office authorized by the Director to
• investigate or inspect. is accordance with 102 CMR 7.03(9.).
(16) Sus refute 'Withtmt a Hearing.
(a) The Office may refuse to issue or may suspend any license or
approval without a hearing 1 failure of"the operator or licensee to
comply with any applicable regulation results in an emergency
situation which endangers the life, health, or safety of children or
•�!•_y:.•staff present in the centerA„ •Any-notzca of such'refusal to..issue. or.
suspension of a license tat' approval shall be hand delivered or '
I l 4; ` . ;•- maWrd to-She licenmm vir first class mail registered r•en.ra receipt
" • ." l+e .. l;Crsrsve: .pea ssr•[lwt /reequaast�<{.�Oljya�r! a�g}Q�s�csv�sdl•party,
A j K" - • da�.verrvd n•� .w �•w the ti/i " via•1�mt iiW f milt rogto-w•�.• .7
tered return receipt requested, a hearing shall be held within
seven (7) business days of the delivery of such request; provided .
that such request is delivered in hand, or mailed to the Office -c :
within three (3) business days of such refusal to issue or suspen-
sion of any license or approval.
(b) Such notice of refusal to issue or suspension of a license or
approval; pursuant to 102 CXR 7.02(16) shall include a copy of the
provisions of this section.
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(c) The licensee shall notify parents of all children in the center
of any such refusal to issue or suspension of a license or approval
within two (2) business days of receipt of notice from the Office.
POSTING OF LICENSE, APPROVAL OR ORDER, REQUIRED NOTIFICATION
AND AVAILABILITY OF REGULATIONS
(17) Posting of License, Approval or Order. The licensee shall post,
i• a: in a conspicuous piece. any cur:ew-.license or.approval issued:fo,husa
}• �Y --by the QMce 'aid any "notice otL heartnQ;.ordw a diec=iw. Mued 'Oy
- ' the O>fffca-.that .partains m time .center..,.. Such -po=nq shall be in wt. -r
'Wes accessible to vi itars_and eamployses..�ti r _ .
(28) Nottfication -of Legal Proceedings. Every "licensee shall report,
• irt``+rittnyl..to the Office any legal proceeding (wxthi=t Lan "t 10) days .of .
initiation of such proceedings) brought agairmt him or any pessort ;<< --
employed by the center if such proceeding arises out of -,rcumstances
related to the care of children in the center or to the continued
operation of the day care program.
(19) Notification of Death or Serious Injury. Th . licensee shall
immediately report to the Office the following:
(a) the death of any child which occurs while .such .child.is in ... ;•. , .. ,�
care;
(b) any injury to, or illness of, any child which occurs durng the
hours while such child is enrolled to care and which requires in-
patient hospitalization overnight.
(20) Notification of Change of Ownership. The licensee shall provide
notification, in writing, to the Office prior to any change in ownership
of the center.
i
(21) Notification of Change in Chief Administration. The licensee
shall provide prior notification, in writing, to the Office of any change
in the person designated by the owner or the governing body as
having responsibility for administration of the facility.
(Z2) Change in Location. The licensee shall provide prior noti-
fication. in wnnng, to the Office of any change in location of the
center.
(23) Availability of Regulations. The licensee shall have a copy of
'�`•: f these regulations on the center preuses,and,shall cake them available
•-Y 7i 11� f= .-1 . ' - to nay pari= nipolM,. request•
TRANSFER OF LICENSE -
(24) Transfer of License. A license or approval shall not be trans=ferable from one licensee to another; from one center to another; from '
one location to another; or fr= one owner to,another, t;,.; *r �r, :•' i `
`q 7-04. Effective Date of S efard
Sms n i,•r . •s ,
�'• , - - , T:h. ��/ 'iElieetf�re �t�.'.n Tim! !lfet'LfV! date est t;meie-.Y�..���_ �e•da� 4.. ... .!
of publication by the Secretary of the Camtaonwealth.
e
(2) Licenses Issued Under Previous Standards. Any license, or
approval, in effect immediately prior to the effective date of these
standards shall remain in effect, unless suspended or revoked, unti; a
new license or approval is issued or expressly refused under these
standards. Ainy' license, or approval, issued after the effective date
of these. standards .shall be ;deemed ,to be in effect prior to said.
effective date if the Office's application for said license is signed by'�
the applicant prior to the effective date of these standards.
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(3) Severance. If any sovision contained in these regulations or the
application t':ereof to any person or circumstances is heid :nvaiid, the
remainder cf :.he regulations and :.he appiicauon of provisions in
question to other persons not suniiarly situated, or to other c:rcum-
stances, shall not be affected [.hereby.
7.05: Administration of the Center
yp,;_ • (1) Statement of ?Urpose. Earl} licensee shall 'keep, and muntaan,,a ---
1: written stattaaent identifying-The :,renter's phllftmmhlf: `its ,goals sAid
: s abjeeaves; .tits-..charactensttcs:of, th ldi en served, rndudin4 but not,
limited to Agra, sex, special'.ntedn; :its intake procedures and the,
services provided.:. 'The lic�soe shall provide cath,t:hild's parent[s), :
with a Eapy of this statement, shall make this statement available upon'
request.to any. person and shall keep.such:.statement.current.
(2) Non-Discrimination. The licensee shall not ' discriminate in pro-
viding services to children and :heir farnihes on the basis of race,
religion, cultural heritage, polit+cal beliefs or marital status.
(3) Fee Schedule. The licensee shall maintain a wraten 'lee schedule
for the services provided. Such schedule shall be provided to parents
and •- any person uporrequest and shall be kept .current..,.. .
AliTHORITY TO OPERATE AND REQUIREIMENTS
FOR ADMINISTRATOR
(4) Evidence of Authority to Operate. Each licensee shall have
documentary evidence of his source of authority to operate the center:
(a) A center operated by the Commonwealth or any political
subdivision thereof shall keep and maintain documents that identify
the statutory basis of its existence, and the ad unistrative frame-
work of the governmental department in which it operates:
(b) A private center shall keep and maintain documents that fully
and completely identify its ownership. Corporations, partnerships,
or associations shall identify their officers and maintain a file which
shall include, where applicable, the charter, partnership agreement, ..
constitution, articles of organization and by-laws.
(5) Designation of Administrative and Program Development Respon-
sibility. Each licensee shad __. ;ignate at least one person who shall
have administrative responsibility over the operation of the center and
who shall be responsible for developing and maintaining the early.•,:, ,,
childhood .education program 'of the center-inchiding, •but tat imi.ted +.
to, such fummons as duty aettvittes•.for' the ch9dren:'; bealth and
nutrition programs. field trips, parent involvement, social services,
staff supervision and training. More than one person may be desig-
nated to share such responsibilities.
(a) In centers with licensed capacities of forty or more children,
the designated person .shall be a full-time non-teaching director
redularly on the premises of the center. If admiatistrative functions,,:
and prvgrram development are carried out by morn than mte-.person.•=.f;
tltt center . shaN . demonsttarte '.that administrative d�r will. be.. -
aarroat.by destgnsted titdindttais•an•a tuU- time baste.
(b) In" full day centers'with licensed capacities of twenty-five to
'k thirty-nine 'children. ,the licensee shall allocate at least fifty, Wil,-i.r
cent of a full-time position for non-teaching administrative and ,� ...
program development duties, on the premises during the hours of
operation.
(c) The licensee shall not utilize staff who are assigned teaching
duties to -perform administrative or program development duties
when assigned to groups of children.
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7.03: : continued
(6) Requirements fcr Administrator. The administrator, as defined in
102 ZItiIR 7.05(51, s.ail ^uet the qualifications for a head teacher, as
established :n 102 CMR 7.06(1)a, and shall be a full-time staff member
on the prerrases regardless of whether duties are split between
teaching and non-teaching responsibilities as allowed by 102 CMR
7.05(5). 1f more than one person is designated as administrator, at
least one person who is designated must be a full-time staff person, on
the premises, and must meet t-he head teacher requirements, as
�'"•:* i established :n 102 CXR-7.06(:)(a).
Oftani2aitirul Irifai'mattCM Information, on..:'the <adminu trauv*
orgauzaaon of .the center snia' be provtded tom• parents and staff
including :dentlficatian -of, tines of authmcr•tty and.-su;wA1 six.r:
rovisions !or TemErary -Absence bf Admnnistratar..: The lictrum . .
"• shall :reform ail staff on duty as to who is responsibie�fai admin--._< < '
istration of the center at any given time. In the event of the tem-
porary absence of the admnistrator, the administrator may appoint a
designee who shall be on the premises of the center while it is in
operation. The designee shall meet the qualifications of a teacher, as
required by 102 Cot 7.06(1)(b).
(9) Business Management. The� licensee shall establish a system of
business management and staffing to assure• that the tenter.maiuitaias„r'
complete and accurate accounts, books and records, including required -
personnel and children's records.
RESEARCH L:NAUTHORIZED ACTIVITIES AND UNUSUAL TREATMENT
(10) Research and Experimentation; Unusual Treatment. No licensee
shall conduct research, experimentation, or unusual treatment involv-
ing children without the written, informed, consent of the affected
child's parents or guardian, for each occurrence. In centers where
observations of children (by other than parents of the children in the
center) are common, a general parental consent may be obtained in
writing. Ot .ervanon shall mean that there is no interaction between
the child and the observers and no identification of the individual
child. In no case shall :he licensee allow physical harm of children to
be carried out during research, experimentation or unusual treatment.
Research and experimentation shall not mean program evaluation or
data collection for purposes of documenting services of the facility
which do not identify individual children.
(21). .Unauthorized Activities. The licensee shall not. authorize. any �,i.,;-� :.•'; e
acttvtties unrelated to the direct care of children or to any contacts-
with the parent(s) or guardian without the written, informed consent
of the parent(s) or guardian. "Activities' shall mean, but not be
limited to:
(a) fund raising;
(b) .publicity. including photographs and participaUan in the mass., •tr_�.
media.
• ' PAR1=.1 V0LVFl1IE'M: . .
(12) Parent Visits., The'licensee shall permit and encourage,'Wents
to visit the center and'their child's room while their•child is re
L
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(13) Parent Input. The licensee shall have a procedure for allowing
parental input in the development of center policy and programs. The
licensee shall provide an explanation to the parent(s) when a parent(s)
minces suggestions as to the program or policy of a center and the..
suggestions are not adopted by the licensee. If the parent requests a. .•
•,
written response, the licensee shall respond in writing to the parent. . .
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(14) Reports to Parents. '_'he licensee shall, periodically but at ;east
every six (6) months, prepare a written progress report of the
Participation of each c!Wd in the center's program. This report snail
be maintained in the child's records. The licensee shall provide a
copy of each report to the parent(s) or meet with them at least every
six (6) months to discuss their child's activities and participation in
-the center. 'In addition:
(a) for infants under fifteen =,%&.s of age, the licensee shall
complete a written progress__report of the child's development every-,
:Area (3) months., and,;rovtdi it to-the parent(s)f. .• r -! ,
(b)--the licence& stmt .i n:aq special Problems ar %q niticatst
;'�... waeloptaents,--particularly as they regard -infants; 'to-..tka parent's
<' attention as soca as they
(15) Parent Conferences. The licensee shall make the staff available
` for individual:coaferenass with! parents'at parental.taquest.i 5 "V.#
(16) Notification to Parents. The licensee shall notify all parents, in
writing, of the provisions in 102 COIR 7.05(:2) through 7.05(:5) at the
time of the admission interview.
RECORDS ARID CONFIDENTIALITY
(17) Children's •Recoi ds:' The 'licansae
s maintain a written rtcotd'
s.for each d wochincludts:
. . .
(a) A face sheet or sheets, which identifies the child by the
following information, where available:
1. the name, date of admission, date of birth, place of birth,
and ,primary language of the child and parent(s). if other than
English;
Z. the parent's name, address, and phone number (home and
business);
3. name, address and phone number of person to contact in
case of emergency when the parent is unavailable;
4. sex, race, height, weight, color of hair, color of eyes, and
any identifying marks;
(b) Copies of periodic progress reports, as required in 102 CMR
7.05(14).
(c) Medical records indicating the child's health while enrolled,
including admissions and physical examinations, as required in 102
CMR 7.07(4) and 7.07(18); immunizations, as required in 102 CMR
7.07(5); and a record of any prescribed medications administered to
the child, as required in 102 OM 7.07(17).
(d) Individual program plans:.,and',periodic r MtV of such ptar►s
s, :.. .'s• �•., for MY speafal needs chAd...as
s'egs:ired in lOZ G'14zt .T:iiT(7); ...<•.. . ,
(e) All necessary authorisations and consents and information
required in 102 CM 7.07(9);
(f) All pertinent correspondence concerning the child, including
referrals for social services, as required in 102 CMR 7.10(3).
f (1a). Maintenance of Records. The licensee shall maintain- records'
which shall be legible. dated and signed by the individual malting thea .
nar=y. : 'rise .llc�ssee tbafi caattauaUT update all intarunUm in
acll -ft.A eeord. •.The -licensee shall:retain ramrds fora Diad of sit`%<':i s
best five (5) years after a child has left the center unless the record
has been transferred to the parent..-:as provided for in 102 CMR
' 7.05(22).
-, (19) Confidentiality and Distribution of Records. Information con-
tained in a child's record shall be pry eged and confidential. The
licensee shall not distribute or release information in a child's record
ti0 anyone not directly related to implementing the program plan for the ..
child.. without the written consent of the child's parents). he j
licensee shall notify the parent(s) if a child's record is subpoenaed.
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The child's parent(s) shall. upon request, have access to his child's
record at reasonable tiames. In no event shail such access be delayea
more than two (2) business days after the inival request without the
consent of the thud's parent(s). Upon such request for access the
child's entire record. regardless of he physical location of its pars,
shall be made available. The licensee shall establish proceaures
governing access to, duplication of, and dissemination of such :n-
formation; and shall maintain a permanent, writtefi log in each child's
record indicating any persons to whom information contained :n a
child's r eeor3.-iris. been ' rtiessed-: Each person diseamtrtaung zr ,
,.
releasing mformation contained in t esiid's reeore:, lit vole or r
part, shall. upon eadr instarnce of dissaminawA or release: enter into
F.
the log the folla+tng: his name, #ignature, position. the date. the
portions of the record which ware. disseminated ori:released.' the
purpose of such _dissemination orrelease. and the signature of the
' person to -whom Lhe •Informanan "s disseminated or released. ..Such log..
shall be available only to the child's parent(s) and center°personnel
responsible for record :maintenance.
(20) Charge for Copies. The licensee shall not charge an unreason-
able fee for copies of any information contained in the child's record.
(21) unending the Child's Record.
(a) A child's parent(s) snail have the right to add information; • • !
comments, data or any other relevant materials to the child's retard;
(b) A child's parent(s) shall have the right to request deietion or
_ amendment of any information contained in the child's record. Such
request shall be made in accordance with the procedures described
below:
1. if such parent(s) is of the opinion that adding information is
not sufficient to explain, clarify, or correct objectionable material
in the child's record, he shall have the right to have a confer-
ence with the licensee to make his objections known;
2. the licensee shall, within one (1) week after the conference,
render to such parent(s) a decision in writing stating the reason
or reasons for the decision. If his decision is in favor of the
parent(s), he shall immediately take steps as may be necessary
to put the decision into effect.
(22) Transfer of Records. Upon written request of the parent(s).
the licensee shall transfer the child's record to the parent(s), or any
other person the parent(s) identifies, when the child is no longer in
care.
(23) NotificationParents. The licenses shall =tifY .the.par
in writing, of the provisions"of 102 OM 7.05(19), T.t?S(20), 7.OS(21)','
7.05(22) and 7.05(24), at the time of the child's admission to the
center and thereafter, in writing, at least once a year.
INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE OFFICE
(24). AvadabUL of Information to a office. Notwithstanding 102
"C3Slt (1
- �4)i. upon request ,at'L�a/i empWri ouit4hojrt��t" IbIr _t'het`lW. 2cand olve �+ r v
ved
the
in
available to the Office any information rtgwwtd..to be kept and main-
wined under these regulations and any other,information reasonably
related to the requirements of these regulations:` Authorized employees
of the Office shall not remove identifying case material from the
center's premises and shall maintain the confidentiality of individual
records.
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STAFF QUALIFICA71C%S AND PERSONNEL ?ROCEDURES
(1) Staff Qualificatcns. The licensee shall employ head teachers, i
teachers, corsult:ng resource teachers, and teaching assistants who by j
prior education, training, experience and interest in early childhood
education are appropriate to meet the needs of the children in care.
The following are minimum qualifications which are acceptable under 1
these regulations:
(a) A .head teacaer. shaU meet one. of. the followmg. sets..,of re• '. - �I-;ti � •' V
gsu•tIMetns:
I. be atAsast roenty-one. years d age;'.'hsva at high. school j
diploma or.equivalent; have evidence of satisfacrar7 caeapletiU-n of-
fent. (4Y-..courses-In early childhood educWUn offered,.by an
accredited institution of higher education or approved by :he j
Office; and have thirty-six (36)- mwntlu at .least calf-time ex-
periets[e giving care to pre-sthoet age children in-a day.;.are;
center: or
2. have an associates degree in early childhood education or
related field such as child care. psychology, mental health, child
development, social work or elementary education, and have -
evidence of satisfactory completion of four (4) courses in early
childhood education offered by an institution of higher education
or approved by, the-Office and have twenty-seven.-<(27)
at least half-time experience giving carea.to pre-school age ,:;,.1• ,:� '
children in a day care center; or
3. have a Bachelor's degree, or advanced degree, in early
childhood education or related fields such as child care, psy-
chology, mental health, child development, social work or ele-
mentary education, and have evidence of satisfactory completion
of four (4) courses in early childhood education offered by an
institution of higher education or approved by the Office, and
have eighteen (18) months, at least half-time experience, giving
care to pre-school aged children in a day care center. j
4. In those centers licensed to accept infants and toddlers, the
head teacher, meeting either 102 CMR 7.06(1)(a)1, 7.06(1)(a)2,
or 7.06(i)(a)3 above sh;11 have at least nine months of their
experience in providing care for infants or toddlers in a day
care center or registered family day care setting.
(b) A teacher shall meet one of the following sets of requirements:
1. have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be twenty-one
(21) years of age; have evidence of satisfactory completion of
one (1) course in early childhood education offered by an j
i institution of higher education or approved by the Office; and ; ; .
have nine (4) mouths.' at least !Waif-time experience giving Care'1 •:':.
" to, pre-school MM children in a day care center:, or
2. have an Associates ori Bachelor's degree in early childhood
education or related fields such as child care. psychology,
mental health, child development, social work or elementary
education; have evidence of satisfactory completion of one (1)
cpurse in early childhood education offered .by an institution of
higher education or approved by the Office; and have three (3)
- .'x. 3 aloeiLlLt, at least half-tat t. supervtsed• care giving �e cpeneaea ,,• s
.rids pre-school ahs ctaldren ut a.day rare.catstar_
• 3. . In• Mose•: Centers licensed-•to ampt:infants and, ioddiers�
teachers meeting 102 CMR 7.06(1)(b)1 above shall have at least: "
�< six (6) months oUtheir;. escperience providing.,care to infants or;k.-,
toddlers in a day care center or registered family day care
home. Teachers meeting 102 CMR 7.06(1)(b)2 above shall have
J. at least three (3) months at least half-time experience providing
th
care for infants or toddlers in a day care center or registered
S family day care home.
(c) Teaching assistants. either paid or volunteer, shall be at least
sixteen years of age and shall work under the direct supervision of
6 teacher or head teacher at all times.
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(d) In those centers licensed to accept children with special
needs, the licensee shall have available a consulting resource
teacher, either full-tune or part-tune, paid or �>
on g resource teacher shall aid in evaluating special needs
c:uldren, shall aid in developing and shall approve, in writing,
each special needs _-'ild's program plan, shall supervise the im-
plementation of the plan, and shall be the liaison with the appro-
priate special education administrator and any other agency or
-- hospital invoived with the child. In cases where a child has
" .. received a .cera evaluation under Chapter 766 of': Zim Acts At 1972,
-; •? .,` the 'apnted by the Local Educational iAlit3setiitY -asy, if
they west the following .;regWementa.' serve as• the- tonsuTtinq_
resource teacher.: The consulting .resource teachst.:shall sleet the
following mm== requirements: ,
1. have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education,
special .educatim: nsychoiogy,, or-related fields.which includes at..: >
least four (4) courses on special needs children and shall have
eighteen (18) months, at least half-time experience, providing
care to or teaching children with special needs; or
2. have a Master's degree in early childhood education, special
education, psychology or related fields which includes at least
four (4) courses on special needs children; and nine (9) months,
at least half-time experience, providing care to or teaching .• „ d
children with special needs.
(2) Availability of Personnel Qualifications. The licensee shall have
on file at the cent-r evidence acceptable to the Office of Qualifications
of staff required by these regulations.
(3) Personnel Policies. In centers with four (4) or more paid staff
members, the licensee shall describe, in writing, the center's current
personnel policies and practices and shall make them available to all
employees and prospective employees at the center. Such personnel
policies shall include, when appropriate, a description of:
(a) criteria and procedures for hiring, and suspension or dismissal
of any staff person;
(b) the procedure for handling staff complaints;
(c) provisions for vacations, holidays, leaves. and sick days;
(d) information on probation periods; hours of work, including
staff meetings and training sessions; overtime-, skeleton days; jury
duty; bereavement pay; breaks; and leaves of absences.
(4) ;ob Descriptions. In centers with four (4) or more paid staff
H4.�" f-:•.; .= A.
members, the licensee shall make available writtenob descriptions /.
l pttans far 'd'•.::.' r k � i�
Q paid staff positions.
(5) Salary Ranges. In center with four (4) or more paid staff
members, the licensee shall establish and describe, in writing, a salary
range covering all positions and shall provide each employee with
information regarding the salary ..range for his position or the
procedure-for determining the salary for his pvs bin.
(6) Evidence of Recsrire�d certification. Ltceaeure or Rt4tstrstioti' The .
- } Ucanmt . obtaum nposi .A egttsst •.4f . the Offkx. e" a:ace. that,;
personnel are currently cert Mad, licensed--or.registered where- appli• , .n
cable laws require certification, licensure or registration. ,
(7) Staff Orientation. The licensee shall provide orientation for all
new staff to acquaint them with the center's philosophy, organization,
program, practices and goals. The licensee shall describe, in writing,
the center's plan for staff orientation.
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(8) Staff Training.
(a) The licensee shall provide on-going training programs, in-
cluding participation by teaching staff in two (2) hours of training
per month. The licensee shall describe, in writing, the center's
plan for staff training.
(b) The licensee shall describe, in writing, its arrangements with
any professional training program, including a description of
student intern responsibilities and the supervision of student
interns by-bs.collegeand the center, ..
vv, Vatunteers: Vatuntem shall be chasm for their ability •Lt meet
`
the. n
the c.luldren sit care and'..shall be provided .ap�ruamte,
atientatiaa, training anti supervision..,
STAFF RATIOS AND GROi VINGS
(10) 'Head Teachers.
(a) In all centers with licensed capacities of forty to seventy-nine
children, the licensee shall provide one full-time staff member on
the premises designated as *read teacher. The head teacher shall
meet the qualifications in 10�
C. 7.06(1)(a), and may be the same
person as the non-teaching director required in 102 CMR_7.05(.5)(a).
(b) In all centers with licensed .capacities of.more than seventy- ;;�t•, }
Y, nine children, and for every.; increase in the .licensed •Capacty of ¢ ;'..� , .,4 4
forty children, in excess of seventy-nine, the licensee shalt provide ,..Y
a second full-time person on the staff within the regular ratios who
meets the qualifications for a head teacher.
(11) Infants: Staff Ratios and sroupings.
(a) The licensee shall not have infants in groups larger than
seven.
(b) The licensee shall have assigned, at all times, one teacher for
the first three infants and an additional teacher or teaching assist-
ant for four to seven infants:
(c) At least one of the persons assigned to a group under 102
CMR 7.06(11) for the care of infants shall meet the requirements
under 102 Cwt 7.06(1)(b) for a teacher;
(d) The licensee shall not have groups which mix infants with
children two years, nine months or older.
(12) Toddlers: Staff Ratios and Groupings.
(a) The licensee shall not have toddlers in groups larger than
'i' i `. • nine;The licensee' shall have assigned, at all times;-ane teacher
the first four toddlers and an additional,.teacher.w�Maching assum- , , t,•
ant for five to nine toddlers;
(c) At least one of the persons assigned to a group under 102
CUR 7.06(12) shall meet the qualifications for a teacher under 102
CMR 7.06(1)(b).
(13) .Toddlers: Staff Ratios in Older Acre %Uxed Grouptngs. when
i' toddlers are in groups with childrea.aged.two yaars, nine months- or,
' cider; tha Ikerima shall prc ide: •, ti
(a) a staff/child ratio not less than on staff:pwrsoa•for, eac'>G
children;
(b) , groups no larger than trine "dren:
(c) at least one person assigned to the group': at in times.}who -:-. ;.SY r•: •;
meets the qualifications for a teacher under 102 CMR 7.06(1)(b).
(14) Infants and Toddlers: Staff Ratios in Mixed Groupings. when
infants and toddlers are grouped together, the licensee shall provide:
(a)_ groups no larger than nine; a:
(b) no more than three-infants in the mixed group;
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(c) one teac:Zer shall be assigned for the first three infants and
toddlers, and an additional teacher or teaching assistant for four :o
nine children;
(d) at least one of the persons assigned under 102 CMR 7.06(14)
shall meet the qualifications for a teacher under 102 CMR 7.06
(1)(b)-
(15) Children at Least Two Years, Vine Months, but Less than Foui
' .'�, .� ...• Years, *tint Man:.`s:-Staff..Ra=s and .;rots nn s :n Full Day Centers. .
(a.) _. .he licensee shall not g=dup aged at Lean two years, j,
mine months.. but less than foto' pears.;:nine months,of .ago in
IL
groups larger than twenty: ;
(b) The licensee shall assignone` teacher or teaching.issistant for
each ten or fewer children; -
(c) One of the pe.-saiis assigned to 'a group of_twenty., childreA. .
under 102 CMR 7.06(15), shall meet the qualifications of a teacner`
under 102 CMR 7.06(1)(b).
(16) Children at least Two Years Vine Months but Less than
Four Years vine Months: Staff Ratios and Groupings to Half
Day Centers.
(a) In centers operating four hours or less per da, , or in centers
where no child attends more than four hours per day, the licensee-
shall
icensee shall place child.-en two years, nine months, but less .than four,,, F �. �; _•:: '
years, nine months of age, in -groups no larger than twenty-four
children;
(b) in centers operating for four hours or less per day, or in
centers where no child attends more than four hours per day, the
licensee shall assign one teacher or teaching assistant for each
twelve or fewer children at least two years, nine months, but less
than four years, nine months of age. One of the persons assigned
to a group of twenty-four children, under 102 CMR 7.06(16)(a)(b)
shall. meet the qualifications for a teacher under 102 CMR
7.06(1)(b).
(17) Children At Least Four Years Vine Months but Less than Seven
Years: Staff Ratios and Groupings.
(a) The licensee shall not have children, four years. nine months,
but less than seven years of age, in groups larger than thirty;
(b) The licensee shall assign one teacher or te-hing assistant for
each fifteen or fewer children:
(c) One of the persons assigned to a group of thirty children,
., under 102 CXR 7.06(17) must meet the qualifications for..a,teacher
... �: - • • •.�` �,`�, .. utndsr-.IO2 CMR ,T.06(1)(h).. .. , . ', .. <• .. :�
(18) Children At Least Two Years vine Months, but Less than
Seven Years: Staff Ratios and Groupings in Mixed Groups.
(a) The i'icensee shall not have children two years, rune months,
but less than seven years of age in mixed groups larger than
twenty;*
(b) ::The licensee shall assi7n one teacher or teething assistant for
r.. esch,-ten or fewer. dWdren. at least two Years, .mass mosthi._ but
} less tires seven yeas of ,age m,-noved groups. � ...
' (c) One of the persons assigned to a group Of' tweMy cbsldreft`'
.,;. under 102 CMR 7.06(18) must meet the qualifications for 'a' teacher
under 102 CMR 7.06(i)(b).
(19) Special weeds Children: Staff Ratios and Groupings.
(a) For children with special needs. the licensee shall meet the
,.. specifications of the child's individual program pian for the number
of staff and group size in which the child participates as required
in 102 CMR 7.07(8).
(b) when eight or more children who' have been identified, either
through the core evaluation process under Chapter 766 of the Acts
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of 1972 or 'by the licensee. as having special needs are enrolled in
the center, the licensee shall have a consulting resource teacher at
least half tune. This person's responsibilities shall include, but not
be limited to, working directly with individual children, training
and supervising teachers, coordinating special therapy sessions,
working with parents, and preparation of wnt xn reports and
records for all special needs children. The consulting resource
teacher may delegate these responsibilities to other specialists or
staff persons.
sib (.c) when sixteen children who have been-idenrfied, either through., i -r �•-
t
"'Lha cora'.evaluatin:r amiss under Chapter 766.of the Ac's'of:.1972' f' ,
or, by, the licerimm. .aa-, hasrtnq sy�ecial needs are enr412ed A; tlieti' ��
center.: the licensee shall hav
!; • full-time -time nq resours
teacher Who assun:ias,.Za, sere respntisiblUstes..as r :!s..102:
`� (2D) Deteinsitnatitnt 0L AC# of-Children'. 'i!se licensee shall deteraine"' ..-
the age of children, for purposes of staff/child ratios, on the age of
the child at the date of adaussion to the center each year that they
are enrolled.
(21) Staff Schedules.
(a) The licensee shall establish a written schedule listing persons
on duty. The schedule shall indicate compliance with the minumum ,<.
•• staff ratios required by these regulations.
(b) The licensee shall keep the schedule current.
(22) Staff to Be Included in Ratios.
(a) For purposes of calculating staff/child ratios under these
regulations, staff shall include only those persons hired or assigned
to supervise or teach children for specific hours of the day.
(b) In no case shall the licensee assign paid or- volunteer staff
persons under the age of sixteen to meet required staff/child
ratios.
(c) The licensee shall not assign teaching assistants, student
interns or parents, who do not meet the qualifications for a teach-
er, to a group whish does not also have a teacher assigned.
(d) Student interns and volunteers, other than parents of children
in the center, shall not be included in staff/child ratios unless they
are assigned to the center for at least three consecutive months.
(23) Supervision. The licensee shall, at no time, leave children
unsupervised.
,4(:.: :<< y` (24) Su ervision at the Be rn and End of the + :actwittnstand :. .
ing the staff/child ratios required by these re atnom*' 'the licensee
may meet the following ratios at the beginnunq and end of the day, for
no more than one hour at a time:
(a) two adults, one of whom shall meet teacher qualifications, shall
+, • be on the premises perforating teaching duties at all times when
there. are seven or :none children present:
::. (b7 one -adult trained in accordance with !02 •CM`-7.07(14) and.,, .
T.07(16). sb&U*: bC present. at &U,times when six er hneff-z ildren—�..
. f are_fit`. ,provided. that a'naighbar of.a har .-adult.is available,.: ,+r'.. ,
(c) the licensee shall post the name. Location and telephone number
: of the person available in emergencies:
7.07: Program Services and Procedures
ADWSSIONS
(1) Authority to Admit. The licensee shall admit children, children r is
with spec:ai needs, and infants or toddlers only if licensed or approved---*-'
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to do so. Capon request, the Office may amend an existing license
issued under these standards to allow admissions of special needs
children or infants and/or toddlers, providing that the licensee
demonstrates -hat he can meet applicable standards.
(2) Admissions Age Restrictions. The licensee shall not admit a child
under one month ci age.
'..` (3) Center Size. :he licensee shall not admit or enroll, at.any one
f ...
` + time. mere ex :had the licensed caps�ti' of sbt center..
(d) Required tiEedical_ Examinations. Me licensee shall admit._& child
only •if provided .with a wnttea statement from a physic= which
indicates that the child has had a complete physical examination within
;.one, year prior. to.-each year's enrollment. or obtains one within one
month-of admission:.and the results of such -an examination: or obtains
a written verfication from the child's parent(s) that they object to
such an examination on the grounds that it conflicts with their
religious beliefs.
The licensee shall inform pa*-nts of the dangers of lead paint
poisoning and shall recommend that. parents have their children tested
for lead paint poisoning by a physician,or appropriate clfii}c.
The licensee of a center operating on a provisional license .due to.,:`. : •. ,
the detection of lead paint in the center shall assure that each child
has a blood test for lead paint poisoning by a physician or appropriate
clinic or obtain written verification from the child's parent(s) that they
object to such a test on the grounds that it conflicts with their
religious beliefs or a physician's statement that such a procedure is
counter-indicated.
(5) Ace :appropriate Immunizations. The licensee shall require, at
admission, a physician's certificate that each child has.been success-
fully immunized in accordance with the current Department of Public
Health's recommended schedules against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis
(whooping cough), poliomyelitis, measles and such other communicable
diseases as may be specified from time to time by the Office. No child
shall be required, under this regulation, to have any such immunization
if his parent(s) objets thereto, in writing, on the grounds that it
conflicts witn their religious beliefs or if the child's physician submits
documentation that such a procedure is contraindicated.
(6) Meeting with Parents. she licensee shall assure that the adminis
tracer or tus designee shall meet with the.par•eat(s)-.prior to edsutttriq
a child to the center.
(a) At the meeting, the licensee shall provide to the parent(s) the
center's written statements of purpose, services, procedures for
parent conferences, visits and input to center policy: procedures
relating to children's racards;• ; and procedure for providing
emergency health care.
(b) The' licensee shall provide-tile opportunity :or .the Parent(s) to
•,. YSSttthe tenor's. classroom.at ;the Cent al .the. Meting.,at ,7star m
ths..enz-oUmmt-of:the child. r .
(7). Identification of Children with_ 54ecial Needs and Development
of an Individual Program Plan. Where the results of the meetin
conducted pursuant to 102 CMR 7.07(6) and the observation of the
child's behavior in the center indicate a reasonable likelihood that a
child has a special need, the licensee shall:
(a) if the child is at least three years of age, inform the par-
ent(s) of his/icer rights under Chapter 766 of the Acs of 1972 and
its regulations, and at the request of the child's parent(s), refer ' ' •'"`'
the child to the appropriate administrator of special education.
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(b) if a child is under three years of age or has not been eval-
uated pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 766 of the Acts of 1972
and is regulations, evaluate with Lie consent of the parent(s) the
needs of said child and develop an individual program plan based
on the evaluation. Such program plan shall be develcped by a team
which includes those personnel of the center who will be responsible
for implementing the program plan on a daily basis; the consulting
:c t. resource rancher. as required,in 100 CXR 7.06(1,)(d) and '.06(19);3 •,r: ,
--- the chit 's Pattatt s). and.._ where,,spptaprittt... am. seeessarT'• y n .;
consultant(s).: .
L. The pian stud be developed within four.- (4) weeks of: ad
=Luton of. the child to.:the tenter or within,mr (4) .reeks of
the identification of the child as having special needs. The plan
sha8 .be .signed by, the consulting . resource, teacher and the. .
'Parent(s) prior to implemention.,' If the parent does not
approve its implementation, such disapproval will be signed by
the parent and placed in the child's record.
2. The plan shall be reviewed by the team at least every ninety
(90) days. The review shall include, minimally, an observation
of and/or individual session with the child by the consulting
resource teacher.. if the parent is unable to meet with the team
for the review. the opportunity must .be given to the -parent for. . •. . x; . . �
. a separate conference-with the tansulting- :.rtsource teacher... . tv- j.;�: • ; a
3. The licensee shall, with parental permission, inform -the
appropriate administrator of special education, in writing, that
the licensee is serving a special needs child in order that the
school may plan for an appropriate program for the child when
he reaches ceqular school age.
(8) Content of Individual Pian. The individual program plan required
under 102 CMR 7.07(7) shall be in writing. The plan shall identify
the specific service(s) required to meet the needs of the child and any
change or limitations in his participation in regular center activities.
Specific servtce(s), where appropriate, shall include, but not be
limited to:
(a) physical therapy;
(b) speech and language therapy;
(c) psychological services;
(d) psychiatric services;
(e) educational services;
(f) social services;
' ` •'f = (q) occupational therapy
The"VIM diall describe-the method by which the•above services aiU
be provided, including:
(a) who will provide the service;
(b) where the service will be provided;
(c) schedule for provision of the services;
(d) -any. special equipment.;•Matarfals.. rampa;er aids required by
• ad ase,: thep-3'asr sem.:sse�,. the sire•of`Qraap, a:+eRtd..
-the � � � wal ed meld th*:apVra late..etajjVct ld ratio .r,5 /• .Si
t, quired for such group.
(9) Parent Authorization, Consents, Inforoatton.' . The licensee shall;- 't.=
in admitting a child, require the parent to provide the following
— authorizations, consents and information which shall be made part of
the children's record:
(4) the child's daily schedule, developmental history, sleeping and
play habits, favorite toys, accustomed mode, of reassurance and ,..
comfort; i
s' (b) procedures for toilet training of the child, if appropriate;
(c) where appropriate, the child's eating schedule and eating
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preferences, mciuding —%formation on special diets andi or allergies
and for infants, a description of formula preparation;
(d) information on where to reach the parent and an alternative
nearest relative or friend in case of an emergency as well as the
child's physician or clinic, if any;
(e) parental consents for emergency first aid, and any field trips
and transportation to a specific hospital in emergencies;
(f) identity of any person authonied by the parent to take the
• ;' = child from the center Qr receive the child.at the temnatien of the r,R :.w ._ • :
day uid a copy of the wrmtan Far oral autt risaCori.+.- a . -
(IO) ValiditS* of Goz:sents. A wtitten consent _pravided 1 iuuter 02
CXR-7.07(9) snail be valid !or ane year from.the date.cf. its execution r•
'tireless such consent is withdrawn, in writing, prior to that time
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4N MMERAL' PROG"NI REI"gUiRDtEti' S
(11) Required P!an. The licensee shall establish a written pian
describing the various activities of the center for a typical week which
shall be posted in a place which can be easily viewed by staff and
visitors. Such plan shall indicate time for the following activities, for
all children, infants and/or toddlers:
(a) snacks and meals;
(b) rest, sleep or quiet activity;
(c) toileting;
(d) outdoor play;
(e) indoor activities;
(f) field trips, if any;
(g) time in and out of the crib for infants, individual feeding,
sleeping and washing schedules.
(12) Requirements for ,ac'ivines. The licensee shall provide a well
balanced program that supports the developmental needs of ail children
served. The licensee shall provide the following:
(a) reasonable regularity in routine, with sufficient flexibility to
respond to the needs of individual children;
(b) opportunity for a child to have a free choice among a variety
of activities or to play alone or with one or several chosen peers if
desired for at least two periods a day, for full day centers; and
one period a day, for half day centers-,
(c) daily indoor and outdoor time periods, weather permitting,
which include both small and large muscle activities;
(d) opportunities for the child to . participate in a vpriety of•x .,
's�}.• l- .•_ . , creative activities. such as art. music.. literature. draa*Uc DAY and. ;'.4
science;
(e) provision for privacy through arranging a scull, quiet area
that is inviting to children and is easily accessible to the child who
seeks or needs time alone;
(f) experiences which are in harmony with the life style and
cultural background of .,the. children enrolled. Cultural;.diversity--t
shall be reflected through the incorporation •ref different language,;:
' •'i foods• ceiebrationis,.activities and Ufa styles 'where aDPmpriau
(Q)• oppartsrutr mr Utfa to.mid zaddlars in a aw freely-far• the
a 'malar part ,of the- day. with cer'iaui times specified for ividividua► "
talking to, handling, ,and playing with by the assigned teacher.
-r (h) opportunities. for all children to..learn self-help skills such
' dressing and undressing, buttoning, tying shoes and using eating
utensils appropriately.
(13) Prohibition of General Housekeeping Activities. Routine, major
housekeeping activities such as vacuuming, washing floors, windows,
etc. shall not be carried on in any room while. it is occupied by the
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HEi.i. H CARE POLICY Ah'D PROCEDURES
(14) Health Care Policy. The licensee shall have a written health
care policy statement which is provided to each staff member and is
posted near a telephone which will be used for making emergency
calls. The health care policy shall be approved by- the health care
consultant, required under 102 CMR 7.07(15). The statement shall
include:
(a) the name, address and telephone number of the physician or .
' registered nurse availaWa for emwvanoes and cor%AWtation;
thea-tslephom numbs: of the firi department, police stsooa . . . ''
poen . prtv=Ucn center, . ;,&nd imbujancs samce ssr�nag `;,hos f f
_. center:
C!Wdren•
• (e) the testae and telephone number_of,_ . y hl�DiL+!I.arhsr�,.�
Y•,, will be taken in emergencies:
(d) the procedures.to be-aolluwed at 'case of illness or..emergency. --
{' including transportation ffwthods and notification bf parent;
(e) the procedures to be followed in case of illness or emergency,
when parent(s) cannot be reached;
(f) the procedures for using first aid equipment;
(q) the procedures to be followed in the event of fire or other
emergency, including provision that cribs utilized for children are
of a size to fit through exit doors to the outside;
(h) a pian for •dispensing medication, including_the recardins, of ; . , .: :;°,.•, .. .
any administration of prescribed medication;, ►` . �:.; i
(i) a plan for the care of mildly ill children at the center?
(j) the procedure for identifying children's allergies and protecting
children from exposure to foods, chemicals or other materials to
which they are allergic;
(k) the procedure for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect
to the Department of Public welfare.
(15) Health Care Consultant. The licensee shall have either a phy-
sician, a public health nurse, a registered nurse, or health clinic
director who shall approve and aid in developing health care policies
for the center, shall approve the plan for first-aid training of staff.
and shall be available for consultations.
(16) First Aid and Preventative Health Care Procedures.
(a) The licensee shall train all staff in approved emergency first
aid procedures, including mouth to mouth resuscitation, treatment
of convulsions, and choking.
(b) The licensee shall maintain adequate first aid supplies. in-
cludings. but not limited to, u
bandda, ..gauzes adhesive tape.
s ,,', hYdro4en pesands or .Gthfa cleaning so>luttoa $Rd an aatlsieptic
cream, liquid or spray.' The'ncensee Ilan stare toms in a secur-
place, out of the reach of children.
(c) The Licensee shall inform parents of any first aid.administered
to their child and shall immediately inform them of any injury or
illness which required care other than first aid.
t (d) The licensee shall maintain a quiet area for,mildly ill children.
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;, • ,• ;:,x (e) The licensee shall not admit a child or stab member to. the;;;,'
i center who has a:dutgnomd communicabie, disease. during thmt time;.
when it is .ewimunicab ei• and, Thad >�y _atI Duets wrtien..any
. icsble disease. such,,; ass,meftles .er. sem. has:DeeA in : 41 7
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troduced into the center.
(f) The Iicemee shall keep all Toxic substances, medications, sham;
objects and matches in a secure place out of- the each of •Sne'- ,t.. .
children.
f 17) Administration of Medication. The licensee shall not administer
prescription or non-prescriptnon medication to a child without the
written order of a physiaan (which may include the label on the
medication) which indicates the medication is for the specific child. ^ "
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(a) No medication, whether prescription or non-prescr•.puan, shall
be administered to a child without written parental authorization.
(b) The licensee shall keep a written record of the administration
of prescribed medication to children which includes the time and
date of each administrauon, the name of the staff member admin-
istering the medication, and the risme of the child.
(c) The licensee shall keep all medicine labelled with the child's
name, the name of the drug and the directions for its administration
and shall dispose .at. or return to the ps'ent(s). . any, unused
S (ld) Exatairtatioses >zOt C>sild=sn. Me licensee AU'sequest that the,
? parent(s) pro e a dental check-up or:-check at its Ann__nd,hearinQ
when the appearance or behavior-of the child clearly indicates the
r need A iitifh xaci natkM.a.: ... ?! .%..:. .• _ - '.
(19) Medical Examination for Staff. The licensee shall require, before
employment of any paid staff member, that the staff member present
evidence of a negative tubercular test or x-ray performed within three
months prior to the date of initiation of employment and written
certification from a physician that the staff member is free from
communicable disease and indicating any limit—lot:., the staff member
may have in working with young children due to health,problems.
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tubercular test or x-ray must be repeeted even three Years and .r�
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certification provided to the center by the staff member of a negative .
result. Such an examination shall not be required of any person who
objects on the basis of religious beliefs.
TOILETING AND DIAPERING
(20) written Plan for Toileting and Diapering. The licensee shall
have a wr:t:ten plan describing procedures for regular toileting and
diapering of children, and for disposal or cleaning of soiled clothing,
diapers, linen and blankets.
(21) Toileting. The licensee shall toilet train children in accordance
with the requests of their parents and consistent with the child's
physical and emotional abilities.
(22) Diapering. The licensee shall cnange tt-2 diapers of childrer
requlariy and when soiled or wet and shall wash and dry each chila
with individual washing materials during each diaper change.
(a) The licensee shall mttntam.,a supply a(._clean. dry,.diapers.. , ;:., • .
adequate to meet tate needs of the Children:_;.
(b) The licensee shall use a dlspnsebte wewinq an•,the -changing- ;
surface which shall be changed after each use.
CLOTHING
(23) Extra Clothing; Changing of Soiled or wet Cloth* The licen-
see shall keep on hand extra clean and dry indoor an oistdetor cbth`x „
lesq ti eh-a a,a.child's.c othi ng 'wtuch becomes soiled yr wet. ;..• ,
C2d)' of sued or Wet Thelfces a alfeii . stare.
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sadclo g or diapers w ch are�a potential health hazard in a
covered., water-proof mawnar, unless...they can..be, sanitized.;imme-
diately
mine diately after removal from the child.
DISCIPLINE
(25) Requirements for Discipline. Discipline and guidance shall be
f consistent and 6azed on an understanding of the individual needs- and. -
development of a child. The licensee shall direct discipline to the--goalr'., 'r
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of maximizing the growth and development of the children and for
protec.,nq the group and individuals within it.
(a) Corporal punishment shall not be used, including spanking.
(b) No child shall be subjected to cruel or severe punishment,
humiliation, or verbal abuse.
(c) No child shall be denied food as a form of punishment.
(d) No child shall be punished for soiling, wetting or not ;sing
the toilet.
7.08: Fooefsad Feed'P-enartrt�a�
written Mer: The'-licarawd shall prepare written menus for each.
week and s sF Ti 1 maintain oapies'of messy pJam for typical weeks if :Ae: 5
licensprovides meals. The licensee shall posy menus! woe
ee kly and • ::
keep ptaVtOU.f UWAU3.On !UP-
(2) 'Meal Schedules. The licensee shall provide regular, nutritional
mid-morning or mid-afternoon snacks for children in care for less than
four hours, and shall regularly schedule meals, in addition to snacks,
for children in care four hours or longer.
(3) Requirements when Parents Send Meals. The licensee shall
provide to parents, ui writing, a list of nutritious itesss which should
3 go into a bag lunch when -parents are required to.prorida,maals. The
licensee shall have a method for providing -a nutritious ,mesal. ..in r•.. ,.. } ,
accordance with 102 CXR 7.08(4), to a child whose parents fail to send
a bag lunch.
(4) Nutritional Requirements. The licensee shall provide for the
nutritional needs of children in accordance with the "Food and Nu-
trition Board, National academy of Sciences National Research Council,
Reccia=ended Dietary Allowances" when the licensee provides meals as
follows:
(a) for children in care between four and nine hours, one-third to
one-half of their nutritional needs in one regular meal (other than
breakfast) and one or more snacks:
(b) for . illdren in care more than nine hours, two-thirds of their
nutritional needs in two meats and two or more snacks.
(5) Requirements for Infants and Toddlers. Infants and toddlers
shall be fed according to their individual feeding schedules or needs.
(a) when not mature enough to sit in an eating table or high
chair, infants shall be held while fed. A
(b) when not mature enough to sit at a table. infants and tgddler'a
shakl be fed -in-high chairs or estinq-tables.
(c) The licensee shall prepare formulas at the center according to
the written plan of each child's parent(s), or if there is no plan.
they shall use prepared, pre-sterilized formulas.
(6) Special Diets. The licensee shall follow parental or physician's
i orders in preparation or feeding of special diets'-to childr'eu and, shall.,.,'.;
n; follow the directions of the parents in regards to any ,fogg allergies of
child.or:w'het a VitaminsttRyl�iesLLs.a!! flQ •., ,.
(7) ' Maignated'Person.:: The' Ueettsee shall designate am person to be
responsible for. the Jood.program.of the.canter,
(8) Requirements for Food Prenaration and Service. The; licensee i • ..
shall store, prepare and serve all food and beverages in a manner as
to be dean, wholesome, free from spoilage and safe for human con-
sumption.
(a) The licensee shall provide refrigeration and storage,for food at
not less than thirty-two (32) degrees Fahrenheit, or more than
forty-five (4S) degrees Fahrenheit for food requiring refrigeration.
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(b) The Licensee shall store all food in clean, covered containers.
(c) The licensee shall properly wash and sanitize all bottles,
utensils and dishes.
(d) The licensee shall dispose of milk, formula or food unfinished
1 by a child.
i (e) The licensee shall prepare tasteful meals and in a :Wanner
which makes them appetizing.
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(9) a Require. for Feeding of :.lS:id+�en.- T!ne licrnsee. shall _allow !,>, .•
' - children to eat at a reasonable, lei urasy late and: shall,u%sure that
each child receives an aaegvaFe'amount and variety of food.
(a) No chiia shall be denied a meal for any reason other •Chan
written medical-direction.
(b)- The licensee shall encourage -children to eat a well balanced
! '.`: .> • _ diet.: but..:no...child . shall, be forced or. .otherwise .coerced to. eat _
against his will.
1 KITCHEN FACILITIES
j (10) Required Barrier to Kitchen. The licensee shall provide a
barrier, such as a door or gate, wh...h prevents children's access to
the kitchen while unsupervised.
(1I) Required Maintenance., The kitchen shall be maintained.-- 10_4
sanitary condition and garbage receptacles used in the kitchen shall be
emptied and cleaned daily.
DINING FAC:LIT:ES AND EQUIPMENT
(12) Dining Room or Areas. The licensee shall maintain dining rooms
or areas which are sufficiently large to accommodate tables and seats
for persons eating in an uncrowded manner, and shall be clean, well
lighted and ventilated.
(13) Dining Furniture. The licensee shall provide tables and seats
for use by children while dining which are of a type, size and design
appropriate to :he ages and needs of the children. when feeding
tables or high chairs are used, they shall be designed to prevent
children from falling or slipping.
(14) Dining Utensils. The licensee shall provide eating and drinking
utensils which are appropriate to the age and needs of the children.
a (a) Eating and drinking utensils shall be free,from,defer'.. cracks,,,,,
and.chiptii.:_ • r -
(b) Disposable cups'and plates easy be used,'but if plastic silver-
ware is used, it shall be heavy duty and dishwater proof.
(c) All reusable eating and drinking utensils shall be thoroughly,,;,:„...
washed
..,washed and sanitized before reuse.
(15) Drinking water and Cups.=° The licensee shall provide _a source:l - •;.,
' of sa:ntary drnnxung water located in or convenient to rooms occupied:q
_
by- childr . when -rnaa-disposable-.CUpsare_used
t130ey SiliauLowarned.Alld 'sum-zej� ffLeuutiMKklruse. fot.drttnJcit� - .
7.09: Sleep, Rest and Quiet Activity f. >
(1) Rest or Quiet Activity Period.: .The licensee shallprovide :for s.~- �..: .�. . .. .Y•: . ,_
mid-session rest or quiet acnvnty period in a program where children
are in care for less than four hours. • The length of the rest or quiet
activity period shall 'be appropriate to the needs of the children.
(2). Extended Rest Quiet Activity or Sleep Period. The licensee, ;,,,..
shall, in addiCon to the mid-session rest or quiet activity period,
provide for extended rest, quiet activity or sleep to children in care
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for longer than :our hours. :'he length of this period shall be appro-
priate to the :seeds of :.he children, but in no case shall :t be less
than forty-Eve 145) cunutes. Children shall be allowed the amount of
rest, quiet ac^vity or sleep needed.
(3) Requirement for extended Rest or Sleep Periods. The Licensee
-shall provice the foilowuig curing rest or sleep periods:
(a) an area whit:: is designed to minimize noise and disturbance;
a separate mat: cct or-NP-0. and tiankst far each child::. -r._ . •:,
(c) a cr b los Baca :runt under twelve mitts of age;. • •» ,. :.;.
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'(d) no . use.:of •sestrannts on c:uldrew.while .siespu e' but .use of.o, t
hospital' =Lb nets is permitted; :}
(e) cots. mats, :blankets and sheetst utilized must be individually
marked and in good repau and clean;
(:) pillows shall.ziot, be given to infants_:.`a ..
(4) Space and Sleeping --r Rest ,area. The licensee shall arrange a
sleeping or rest area which is large enough to maintain a :minimum of
two feet between each crib, bed, cot or mat on all sides except where
in contact with a -call or parnuon. The licensee shall arrange the
sleeping area in such a way that children are -asily accessible during
an emergency.
:7.10: Referral Services and 'enr nation
(1) Written Plan. The licensee shall have a written plan describing
prccedures :or referring parents to appropriate social, mental health
and medical services for their child should the center staff feel that
such additional services would benefit the child.
(2) Record of Referrals. The licensee shall maintain a written record
of any such referral and the results.
(3) Termination. when any child is terminated from the center,
initiated
Ey_t center or the parent(s), the licensee shall prepare the
child for termination from the center in a manner consistent with the
child's ability to understand; and shall provide information and
referrals for other services to the parents upon the request of par-
ents. The licensee shall inform parents of the availability of infor-
mation and referral should the parent wish to request it.
_ 7.11: Physical Facility and Equipment
(1). .Safety Inspection. • The licenses shall have a .cert 5cate -OV in-:-, ;
spettion from the Department of Puhlle .Safety or the local building
inspector.
(2) Health Inspection. The licensee shall provide evidence of in-
spection from the local health department and compliance with article X
of the Stats Sanitary Code (102 CXR 545.000)..if ths..teatsr,prstvfdes . a,
' - hot mals for thirteen (13) or more children:,: ° •`
Tha.'lfceasee shaII prands-evUlescs tbat aa* private will W.I. water.,
swsrce las been :aspected and:approved by the laresi.board of,health.' ;
' health department, or private laboratory. '}.., .
l (3) Lead Paint�Requirement and-Lead Paint Inspection: The licensee
shall assure that paint used in the center is lead free.
(a) The licensee shall obtain a lead paint inspection from the local
board of health, or the state Department of Health, or private lead
paint detection service. If lead is found to be present, the licen-
see shall totally remove or otherwise make inaccessible all paint or
plaster containing lead on any chewable surface, four feet from the ,
bottom of interior or exterior surfaces. Such chewable surfaces
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include, but are not :i"uted to, window sills; windows, mciuding
moldings: door frames; doors: stair rail spindles: stair treads from
the 'Up to the -:ser on bottom and `.our inches back from the lip on
the top of the tread; and porch railings.
(b) "he licensee shall, i.% addition, remove and adequately cover
any cupping, flaking or otherwise loose paint or plaster found to
contain lead.
SPA CX X= GENERAL M-ZU,M—rMEN S .MR"MY.SIGAL FACi.''Z.'
.. (4) . Indoor Space. Thd licensee sital2 have a:msstitsuea 'of:;:hsrtq•£ve
Y (35) square__ feet- of act vitt'--space per child, exclusive of hallways,
lockers, wash and.. toilet. rooms, ,isoiatWft rooms, idtchens.: .cicsets.
offices or areas regularly,sed for other purposes and shall.-meet Lie
following requirvr%ents: _
(a) Floors of rooms used by children shall be•clean, •,insiippery
smooth and free from cracks, splinters and sharp or protruding
objects and other safer: hazards; and those floors in direct contact
with the ground shall have flooring impenetrable to water;
(b) Ceilings and walls shall be maintained in good repair, and
shall be dean and free from sharp or protruding objects and other
safety hazard:;
(c) .I steam and hot -rater pipes and radiators. shad be protected
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by permanent screens, guards. .-insuiations or any other ntutabie •„ ,; '.4
device which prevents children from coming in contact with them:
(d) all electrical outlets which are within the reach of children
shall be covered with a safety device when not in use;
(e) Room temperature in rooms occupied by children shall be
maintained at not less than sixty-five (65) degrees fahrenheit at
zero degrees Fahrenheit outside; and at not more than the outside
temperature when the outside temperature is above eighty (80)
degrees Fahrenheit (measured at two feet from the outside walls and
twenty inches above floor level);
(f) There shall be designated space, separate from children's play
or rest areas, for administrative duties and staff or parent(s)
conferences;
(q) There shall be sufficient space, accessible to children, for
each child to stare clothing and other personal items.
(h) The interior of the building shall be clean and maintained free
from rodents and/or insect_• Safe and effective means of
eliminating insects and/or rodents shall be provided. All extensive
extermination shall be carried out by a licensed exterminator.
�= • (i) The licensee shall provide suitable guards, across the mside of,
.rtadows al'ot►e;—the :first ,floor_ it, the windows.. are. accessible
children and across the outside of basement windows- abutting
outdoor play areas. 3uards shall be placed at the top and bottom
of stairwells opening into areas used by children.
(5) Sp±cial Requirements for Infants. The licensee shall not care for ..
infants above the first floor.. Areas where infants are cared,for`small;.
z be accessible to ground level for purposes of eva�na*m.
(i} - tctdoor gDlet:: TAA •.11ceniee`shall :arms ata. or .leave aecew- ftt.
' as outdoor play area of`it' least seventy-five square feet per child '
• using it at any one time. Me average width of such a play area shall< .
not be less .than•: eight , feet-,and-,shall; conform'; to,.;he• following
requirements: ,
(a) Some part of the outdoor play area shall be accessible to direct
sunlight;
(b) It shall. be free tram hazards (i.e., hidden corners, un-
protected pools, wells, cesspools and steps), poisonous plants, ,. .
(i.e., poison oak or ivy). and dangerous machinery or tools:
(c) It shall be fenced with a non-climbable barrier at least four
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(4) feet high if any part of the area is adjacent to a highway, on a
roof, a porch, or ether dangerous area;
(d) It shall not be covered with a dangerously harsh or abrasive
material and the ground area under swings, slides, jungle gyms,
seesaws; etc. shall not be paved or shall be covered by mats.
a.!,+,. z .• - (7) Toilets and washbasins. The licensee shall maintain one toilet and.
waahbass, farevery- -tweniy___�305 i thildraA- th- one .or. ..mars. well Y
ventilated bathrooms. - , . _ 4 .
(a) when adult toilets and washbasins'are used, the licensee shall
provide .non-tippable stairs to permit access by those, children who
are abla to use them.
(b) In addition to toilets, portable "potty chairs" may be utilized
In-the bathroom-or separate r•oaoi !or chiidrart unable.to use toilets.; ....
`.(e) If cloth diapers are.used, a flush sink or toilet for rinsing :sa
diapers and a hand washing .acility must be provided convenient m
the diaper changing area.
(d) Special handrails or other aids shall be provided if required
by special needs children.
(8) Water Temperature. The licensee shall..provide both hot and cold
running watts in washbasins aid for, crater used by children. Thera....,:
• shall be a temperature control to maintain a hot watsr.•oeasperatart at .t
no more than one hundred twenty (120) degrees Fahrenheit.
TRANSPORTATION
(9) Written Plan for Transportation. The licensee shall describe, in
writing, any plans for transportation of children, including the names
of persons authorized to transport children and transportation of
children in an emergency.
(10) Vehicle and Driver Requirements.
(a) The Licensee shall provide that any vehicle used for trans-
portation of more than eight children. at any one time, and the
dri ler thereof shall conform to Massachusetts school bus require-
ments as contained in the pertinent sections of Chapter 90 of .the
General Laws and the "Rules and Regulations Establishing Minimum
Standards for Construction and Equipment of School Buses,"
Registry of Motor Vehicles. (540 04R 2.17).
(b) The licensee shall provide that any vehicle used for the
transportation of eight children, at any one time, and the drtvers . . .
%;'•. thereof. shall conform to btassachusetts school bus requirements as,- os
^. aontiaAd in'Section M of Chapter i0 of the, General Laws:.:.. L
' (c) The licensee shall provide .that station' wagons. sedans, vans
or other private or hired vehicles used for transporting eight or
fewer persons, exclusive of the driver, shall be registered in
accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth if transportation
thereby is paid for directly or indirectly by parents. guardians or
custodians of the children, and shall conform to the requirements
for school bus signs as contained in Section 73(1) of Chapter 90 of
the General Laws.
(d) T>La Operator of. acct,:vehicle c.ttsnsporttng dsiidren shall be,, k
-• r : Uccurad 3a acewdamoe •W tl:[-Lha lawa of the state; .and..any vehicW'_;
`- used for transportation of children shall be bi-annually,.inowted In
accordance with the laws of the state.
(11) Insurance: The licensee'' shall use no center-owned or staff ,'x ' •' "�
member's vehicle to transport children unless it has the lollowing
minimum amounts of liability insurance: +
(a) injury per person, 1100,000:
. (b) injury per accident, s300,000; �.:
(c) property•damage. 55.000.
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(12) Transoortacon Safety. The licensee shall not allow the number
of children r:a:ng :n a center-owned, staff member's vehicle or hired
vehicle for a center related activity, to exceed the number of seats
therein at any :tine. The driver shall not drive vehicles unless all
children are seated.
(a) SLitabie safety carriers, restraints or seat belts shall be
provided for and utilized by each child, driver and attendant. all
, .� car res==ts shall meet he i dards ysncans list ^•;
' - ,�utaamave. 975. Stan of
Ph <` a
xiaty'pry Cansumwr "rata. guldsiino°am shah be
tested and.Fuld approved..
Y.; .1 when more -than line children are •being transported. an
attendant other than the driver is required.
r (c) When transporting children, sharp, heavy" or potentially
dangerous abierts shall not be. transporud,. or shall be sacurely
restrained. ... ,
: (d) The licensee shall ascertain the nature of any need or problem
:.of a child wsuch may cause di:ficulty during transporting such as
seizures, a tendency towards motion sickness and disabilities and
Shall communicate such information to the operator of any vehicle
transporting children.
(e) Children shall be released by the driver of the vehicle only to
designated persons authorized by the children's parent(s) to
receive such children.
(f) Childress shall not be regularly transported for 'Periods longer
than forty-five (45) minutes one way between heir home and :he`
iocation of the center.
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EQUIPMENT
(13) Varieties of Equipment. The licensee shall have sufficient play
materials, equipment and furnishings for the children enrolled at any
one time. The licensee shall provide an adequate variety of play
materials and equipment which shall be representative of each category
Listed below:
(a) art supplies: paint (tempera, poster, finger), easel, crayons,
blunt scissors, paste, clay, and collage m►atenais:
(b) blocks and accessories: 'large and small blocks, boats, cars,
planes, trains, figures of people, and animals of various sizes;
(c) books and posters: picture and story books, flannel boards;
(d) dramatic play area: beds, dolls, telephones, toy stoves, sink,
refrigerator, cabinets, table, chairs, dishes, pots, pans, ironing
board, iron, cleaning equipment, broom, dress-up clothes (both
men's and.women's), large mirrar..placed at child's level, puppets►,- ' , c•
and-materials for..costumes:
(e) Iarge muscle equipment: bakes; boards .•saw horses, barrels,,
climbers, ladders, workbench, sand, water, wheel toys, swings,
slides, balls; _.
(f) manipulative toys: pegs, beads, lotto, - puzzles, pounding
boards, small building sets
(g) .musical equipment .; piano. : records. _and..,record. play er..
drums, cymbals, bells, rhythm sucks;
(h). science seatenals.- aquarium with fish.' non-poisonous seeds.
and flower •pots. griming pests., gardentnq-toois: dry, batteries.. . . -
-� reagnets, compass, -tit ter, ropeL- and pulleys., magnifying
glass;
�.• , (i) for centers, accepting. infants.: the,licensee .steag provide ma-o. .�.
terials such• as rattles', stuffed animals:• mobiles and crib decora ? =
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paint, pro-uding nails, rust, and other hazards which ;may be
dangerous to children. -
,,a) The licensee shall not use any item in the center which is
listed on the "Banned Products List" published by the United States
Consumer Product Safety Commission.
(b) The licensee shall keep all equipment, materials, furnishings,
toys, and games clean and in a safe, workable condition.
(c) Some materials and .equipment shall be visible and readily
ac;essihit so, last chsldrea its care stud shall be arranged so that -,414:. k "
� 1
children may select, rwwve and replace the materials either.in- - A
' dependently or with minimum assistance. y
(d) The licensee shall provide equipment which reflects the racial
and erhnic proposition of the children enrolled.
` (1S) Telephone Retjuirements. The licensee shall provide. one ion- :
eons operated telephone on the,premises -of -the-tenter fol*ci nter ilei ,
(IQ Fire Drills. The licensee shall hold fire drills in accordance with
procedures required in 102 G�(R 7.07(14)(8) at least twice per year.
• (17) Smoking in Classrooms. The licensee shall not permit smoking in
classrooms during hours that children are in attendance.
7.12: Appendix I - Advisory *ask Force,- a„ .�'.t {
INTRODUCTION
(1) These standards are adapted in accordance with Chapter 28A of
the General Laws, particularly sections nine through thirteen thereof,
and in accordance with Section 13 of Chapter 785 of the Acts of 194-2.
Chapter 785, which created the Office for Children, stresses the
commitment of state government to assuring every child "a fair and full
opportunity to reach his full potential." In fulfilling its mandate as
the agency responsible for licensing day care centers, the Office has
developed specific regulations to be met by day care centers in order
to provide this opportunity to the children they serve.
(2) The scope of these standards goes beyond previous regulations in
that they include specific provisions for care of infants and toddlers
and special needs children up to age sixteen, as well as the general
provisions for all children aged two and a half through seven in day
care centers. The regulations reflect the belief that every aspect of a
day care center's operation affects he children enrolled. The physical ,
:" etsvitvtsment; adtuinistrattve funcUooing: . staff -qualifications and p
numbers: procedures"-for health care: rest: meals. toileting and varied
activities; and types of equipment available all contribute to the day
care experience of a child and should maintain a minimum quality level
: which promotes healthy growth and development of children. s .
(3) The standards provide that all day care centers accepting infants,:
'>
and- idles. cWdren- aged two and:•a .;thrOttgb;,seven: and/or.
special needs children up to age sixteen. are:
(a). soundly administeredby. qualitfed � 'dmignated specific
admimstrative and-grogrsas tesp�onsib UJISS; .
(b) staffed by appr'o'priate 'numbers of persons with acaerience
:• .� , and/or education.in the field of early childhood education;
(c) providing a well-rounded variety of age-apprOpriau;activities .J
toys. and equipment for children on a regular basis:
(d) We to meet the emergency,health needs of the children:
(e) able to provide for the basic physical care of children,
' .. . including adequate nutritional meals and snacks. rest or sleep, and.. .. '
tailetinq.procedures;_
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(f) able to appr:�pnately :nvoive parents of children in day care in
visiting he center, meeting with the staff and receiving reports of
their children's progress;
(g) located in physical `aciLties which meet fire safety require-
ments, are clean, comfortabie, and free from hazards such as
lead-based paint.
(4) :'hese standards were developed by an Advisory Task Force of
over fifty.. parents; center owners, adminstrators and staff; pro-
�'' health care and earl childhood education; and
.. • • fessionais.tri Auu'tn4-s:. y . .- ` . . '.h,•. •.,.
representatives of puhiie ageneses..Livolved in day care development: '
The Office for Children gratefully acknowledges the valuable contri-
butions and work of the Group Day Care Task Force under the leader-
ship of the Chairperson,,Dr• Richard Rowe of the Children's Lobby.
The other membe_rs of the Taste Force inciuded:
Phyllis Abell - Department of dental Health_
Mort Alpert - Department of Public Welfare
James Antonucci - Project Coordinator, Office for Children Special
Needs Day Care Project
t Phyllis Baumann - Office for Children, General Counsel
Jeannette Bauza - The Country School
Roy Bellush - Boston Area Day Care workers' Union
' ?at Berry - Massachusetts Association of Day Care Adtainistrators,
Beverly Bourne - Head Start, Cape Area
Arlene Brodsky - Parent, Brockton, Massachusetts
Tina Burrell - Office of Child Development, HEW
`• `: :.�.'... '` �. Ethel Chesnul - Southeast Association for the Education of Young
Children
Meg Cline - Educational Development Corporation
Louise Corbin - Assistant Director, Office for Children Day Care
Consultation and Licensing Unit
Marie Crocett - Parent, Melrose, Massachusetts
Sophie Dermatis - Early Childhood Educator, Office for Children
Day Care Consultation and Licensing Unit
Claire Derry - Department of Public Health
Cindy DiRico - Holyoke-Chicopee Council for Children
Barbara Dowd - Haverhill-Newburyport Council for Children
Bernice Factor - Early Childhood Education Specialist, Office for
Children Day Care Consultation and Licensing Unit
Sybil Goldberg - Greater Worcester Council for Children
' Sue Halloran - Massachusetts State Day Care Advisory Committee. ;
Licensing Sub-Committee
Judy Hawker - Boston area 5 Council for Children
:37 Sheila Hellman Franklin-Hampshire Council for Ch2ldreII: :
Carrie Hemenway - Franklin-Hampshire Council for Children `
Jill Herold - Massachusetts State Day Care Advisory Committee
Sibley Higginbotham - Massachusetts State Day Care advisory .
Committee
Fran Jacobs - Office for. Children Day Care Consultation,and.,,,
Licensing Unit
Pat Iewett - Day Care and Child Development Council of alts nca
Charles :Tohnsan - Early Childhood Edutcatar.,.t?ffiu.far'Children Day
Care ConsWtatian and Licensing Unit
' Abbey Kendrick - South shore Day Care
�Y Eleanore Lewis - Lexington Nursery and Kindergarten school
Phyllis Lucas Greater Worcester Council for. Children. :..
Mike Marsh - Harvard Cooperative Day Care Center • :�
Blanche Martin • Department of Education
Kathleen McCann - Fail River Council for Children
Lucy ViAdmil -.Member, :962 Regulations Task Force
Gwen YEargaa •. Day Care and Child Development Council of America
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Irma Napoleon - Assistant Director, Office for Children Day Care
Consultation and Licensing Unit
Fran Olson - Boston Association for the Education of Young Children
Cheryl Piatelli - Evaluator, Office for Children Special Needs Day
Care Project _
i.. -Andrea Pinano - Boston Model Cities - u?
y . _ .tarria PJ%U%katt - .Asaistant i Aordinator;,Ofd.err•Chadrm Zay Can
Coasraltatiot-and L:.ctnmg 1;=t r
Bnie Frc
oer - Frank!in-Hampshire Councl for
enChildren.
Barbara Reisman - Parent, Brockton, Massachusetts
Dr. Robert Ritc.'ue - ?ediatriciaa. Cambridge, Massachusetts
.. - Roberta•Rlzza -•Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Hausa:. _ . .....
' Margaret Sand - Cambndge Council for Children
Rose ShapLro Tufts' University _
Stan Spack - Building Specialist, Office for CStiIdrea Day.Care _ ►
Consultation and Licensing Unit :
Carole L•pshur - Special assistant to the Director, Office for Children
William Warren - Director, Office for Children Day Care C insultatiorir
and Licensing Unit
Louise Watts - Department of Education, Bureau of Nutrition
:t:. • > Robert Weber - Office for Children, Legal Staff
John Welsh.- Massachusetts Federation for Child Care if
Donna White - Marlboro Council for Children • i
j Frederick Wrightson Massachusetts Association of Child Development•r
and Education
James Wynn - Boston area 5 Council for Children
.- ,'1. Rudy Zulkierr t_z - South Central Council.for Children �
The Office for Children also gratefully acknowledges the valuable
contributions and work of the Special Needs Task Force under the
leadership of the Chairperson, Larry Kotin, Esquire, of the Center for
Public Interest Law and Chairpersons, Maxine Rubin of United
Cerebral Palsy of Metropolitan Boston, and Dr. Samuel Meisels of the
Eliot-Pearson School of Child Study, Tufts University.
•. „ The other members of the Task Force included:
Phyllis Abell - Department of Mental Health
Barbara Abrahams - Department of Public Health
- Mort Alpert - Department of Public Welfare _
James Antonucci - Project Coordinator, Office for Children Special Y
k needs Day Care Project _.
Charlsi. Beaupre. Ir: Department of Public Safety
Toni Blacken - Massachusetts Rehabilitation Camasission• y
Beverly Bourne - Head Start, Cape Area
Antoinette Chapman - Parent, Watertown, Massachusetts-
Arthur Ciampa - Cerebral Paisy of the South Shore
Dr. Allen C. Crocker - Children's Hospital
Dr. Bruce Cushaa .Children's Hospital
liaelte bavts Office of Clsiid DeveispWrit . .
Claire Derry - Department of Public Health
C Jahn Ferguson..- Commission for-the. Blind-
Cynthia
lind-Cynthia =as - Department of Education.,Division::. • .
of Special Education
Mary Gulick - Dimock Street Preschool
Carolynn Hamlet - Mpartment of Education. Division'at Speclai:. `G
Education
Carol Hokans - .Parent. Concord,:Massachusetts .. ...:
Leslie Johnson - Parent. Roxbury, Massachusetts .
Kay Kelley - -Department of Mental Health. -
Mary Kiera - FACE Day Care Center
CyntMa Kline - Ad=ntmative• Assistant: Office far-Children.•Special
•. Needs Day Care Project
Qcanart Lactim Lescnaton Nursery and Kindergarten School
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Alma McKinnon Infants and Other People, Inc. y
Janet Wnch - master Seal and Child Advocacy Project
Cheryl Piatelli - Evaluator, Office for Children Special ,seeds Day
Care Prolect
Ruth Ann Rasboid - Department of Education. Division of Special
a Education
Susan Selya - Office of Child Development
y .
.Nora wells -.Wellesley College
y
Ellen Williams - Department of Education, Jtvis►an of Spedai Education
Dan Yohalem, Esquire. Children's Defense Fund
The OfSce. for Children_ gratefully acknowledges the .valuable can-
' L'tbtr¢ons and
work of the Infant and Toddler Task FoFce under the.... =`
~ leadership of the Chairperson, Dr. Richard Kearsley.
The other members of the Task Force included:
Meq Caine - Educational Development Corporation
Teresa Daniels - Columbia Pnt Heeat Centers,
Marie Dias - Children
' worldLesley Gardner - James Street.Infant CeAtmr,
Christopher Grossman - Office for Children
Sally Jarvis - Crispus Attacks Day Care Program
Dorothy Latham - Boston Model Cities
Leni Lowry - Children's Center
Bernadette Massingham
Gwen ?Morgan - Day Care and Child Development Coup HesiAmericae
Alice Ltor— Department of amity Services
Melva Padden - Bromley Health Day Care Program
Beverley Shackiey - Arthur D. Little. Inc.
ce for Children Day Care Consultation
William warren, Director, Offi
and Licensing Unit
Robin Wood - The Child's Garden loner, Health and Hospitals
Alam York - Office of the Commiss
Department
acknowiedQements -- we .give thanks to the following contributors:
Joan Bergstrom
Belle Evans
Marie Firman
marquerite Flaven
,Indra HMCILkiss_
Diane Lund,:
Special Thanks m Ms: ltetissa T1II�. For w. : ofltee' for
Children Day Care Cansi_tion and. icensmq Unit.:
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HEALTH CARE POLICIES & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER INC.
*Emergency Numbers*
Fire & Ambulance: 686-3811
Poison Prevention: 1-800-682-9211
Police: 683-3168
Lawrence General Hospital : 683-4000
1 . IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
If a child gets hurt, please report the accident to the classroom
teacher immediately. First Aid supplies for minor injuries, cold
compresses and thermometers are located in the office. An accident
report must be filled out by the staff person who witnessed the in-
jury, and the parent is to be notified upon pick up or by telephone
of the accident.
2. IF A CHILD MUST IMMEDIATELY GO TO THE HOSPITAL
The program director or designated staff person shall (a) call an
ambulance (depending upon the seriousness of the injury - when in
doubt, call ) , (b) notify Lawrence General Hospital that the child is
en route, (c) notify the parents to meet the child and adult at the
hospital , (d) accompany the child to the hospital .
Only staff vehicles with the following insurance: $100,000 to
$300,000 personal liability and $5,000 property damage - are allowed
to transport children to the hospital.
In the event that there is no available transportation from the
center to the hospital , and an ambulance is not necessitated, the
North Andover Police may be called to transport the child.
Contact numbers for all parents are found in the card file in the
office. If a parent cannot be reached, at either the home or work
number, the person listed in the child's file as the emergency con-
tact should be notified.
Again, an accident report must be filled out by the staff person who
witnessed the injury. (See Attachment #1 )
3. IF THE CHILD NEEDS MEDICAL TREATMENT
If the child needs medical treatment but can wait for the parent's
arrival , the parent will meet the child at the Center and seek
treatment his/herself.
4. EMERGENCY PERMISSION SLIPS
Emergency Permission Slips and immunization records must accompany
the child to the hospital . Both items are found in the child's fol-
der. The emergency permission slip is the top form in the folder.
Notification of any allergies is boldy printed at the base of the
medical emergency permission slip. Each teacher is aware of this
information.
The primary knowledge to keep in mind is to conduct ourselves in as
calm and orderly a manner as possible during emergencies, so that
further accidents are avoided. We cannot prevent every injury from
happening, but we can promote an atmosphere of safety through our
own example.
5. IN THE EVENT OF INGESTION OF A POISON
In the event of ingestion of a poison the Poison Prevention Center
should be contacted immediately. The Poison Prevention Center will
give an emergency antidote measure. The ambulance should be con-
tacted simultaneously on another line, if possible, or immediately
after calling the Poison Center. The telephone number is posted on
the bulletin board next to the director's desk.
6. IN THE EVENT OF ILLNESS
In the event of illness no aspirin or other internal medicine can be
administered by a staff person, unless it is sent in with a child,
accompanied by a written explanation and permission statement signed
by physician and parent. For example, if a child was well enough to
attend school , but needed to finish a prescription, such as
penicillin, an authorization to administer medication must be filled
out. (See Attachment #2)
If a child comes to the Center feeling ill, (suffering from fever,
nausea, etc. ) attempt to contact the parent at his/her place of em-
ployment. Unfortunately, parents are not always able to leave work
immediately. In these situations, isolate the child in the quiet
area of the classroom or in the office under the director's super-
vision and make him/her as comfortable as possible until the parent
is able to arrive.
7. FIRST AID EQUIPMENT
First aid kits are kept in the office and kitchen. Supplies are re-
plenished by the program director. Use the following checklist as a
guide when updating medical supplies:
Thermometer First Aid Cream (insect bites,burns,etc)
Cotton Balls Ace Bandages
(sterile)
Hydrogen-Peroxide Adhesive Tape/Scissors
Band-Aid Strips Gauze Pads
Merthiolate Minimum of 12 Ice Packs
Calomine Lotion Syrup of Ipecac
8. EVACUATION PROCEDURE IN CASE OF FIRE OR OTHER EMERGENCY
If the fire alarm rings, take the children out of the building im-
mediately, even if you know that it is a false alarm. Take the
classroom's daily attendance record with you. Each classroom's head
teacher must check the classroom attendance sheet once building has
been evacuated.
In case of actual fire, the adult in or near the office must call
the fire department and inform them of the fire. The number is on
the phone.
Staff will check bathrooms for children and take any children in the
bathrooms outside the building.
9. CHILD ABUSE
If child abuse is suspected by a staff person, this information
must be forwarded immediately to the program director. The day care
center is mandated to report any suspected child abuse or neglect to
the Department of Social Services.
10. IF A CHILD IS BITTEN
If the skin is broken, check child's files to see if tetanus (DPT)
shot has ever been given. If not, he/she must be taken to the hos-
pital to be given a shot.
11 . CHILDREN MUST BE CHECKED FOR LICE
Children must be checked once a week. Any problems should be
reported to the social worker immediately.
12. FIRST AID TRAINING PLAN
All staff will be trained in first aid by taking an approved course
arranged by the Center director.
13. SAFETY CHECKS:
Classroom teachers are responsible for completing a written safety
check once weekly. (See Attachment #3) Safety checklists are to to
be posted in each classroom.
14. CHILDREN'S ILLNESSES
Please refer to Center policies on Children's Illnesses found in the
Center Parent Handbook.
ATTACHMENT #1
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
ACCIDENT REPORT
Name of Child Class
Date of Accident Time Place
Cause and description of injury:
Attention given by teacher:
Parents notified:
Condition of child next day:
Teacher:
Witness:
ATTACHMENT #2
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER
PERMISSION FOR ADMINISTERING MEDICATION
Note to teacher: No medicine may be given to the child unless the
child's name appears on the actual medication or the medication is accom-
panied by a note from the doctor. Parent must sign this form.
I request that a responsible staff member of Willow Park Children 's
Center administer the following
medication to my child
Medication:
Dosage:
Reason:
Prescribing
physician:
I understand that every effort will be made to administer this
medication according to the instructions. I release the Willow Park
Children's Center and its staff from all responsibility for effects of
this medication on my child or results of missed dosage.
Signature of Parent:
Date:
RECORD OF ADMINISTRATION BY STAFF MEMBER:
DATE TIME NAME DOSAGE GIVEN
ATTACHMENT #3
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
TEACHER SAFETY CHECK LIST
Completed Initials Date
1 . All outlets covered with safety plugs
2. All room staff aware of outside play-
ground rules.
3. For dishwashing-Three compartments shall
be required for dishwashing,rinsing &
sanitizing of dishes. Dishes shall be
washed in soapy, hot water & immersed in
a sanitizing rinse, i.e. rinsed with
water from the crock pot (D.P.H. rules
for sanitizing. )
4. All milk & juice containers are washed
out before they are refilled. (Washed
using the above procedure)
5. Any broken or dangerous equipment is re-
moved from the rooms, back hall and
playground.
6. Outside playground is properly super-
vised with adults at climbing, struc-
ture, swings & at sand boxes.
7. Children do not wander outside the roped
off area of the playground.
8. No cleaning products, knives, tacks or
potentially dangerous objects are in
reach of children.
9. Children are aware of procedure for fire
drills.
10. Children are aware of and reminded as
needed about not running inside.
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
HEAD TEACHER (Preschool )
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Head Teacher - Preschool
RESPON'. BILITY: Responsible for the overall preschool classroom including
providing for the physical , psychological , and intellectual development of the
children in the classroom. The Head Teacher supervises the teacher and
assistant teacher as well as volunteers, student teachers and interns.
DUTIES:
1. Plan appropriate activities for preschoolers on a weekly basis.
2. Carry out or supervise implementation of above.
3. Responsible for organizing, ordering and maintaining equipment
and materials.
4. Supervise children in classroom and on field trips.
5. Hold preschool staff meetings.
6. Responsible for progress reports and updating of children's
records.
7. Hold parent conferences (twice a year) .
8. Oversee compliance with the evacuation plan as it relates to the
infant and toddler classrooms.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood
education and four courses in early childhood education. Appropriate
experience in class work with children and in administration. He/she must
meet OFC requirements with regard to education and experience. He nine months
experience with infants or toddlers and nine months experience with preschool
children).
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
HEAD TEACHER (Infant)
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Head Teacher - Infant
RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for the overall infant/toddler classroom
including providing for the physical , psychological , and intellectual
development of the children in the classroom. The Head Teacher supervises the
teacher and assistant teacher as well as volunteers, student teachers and
interns.
DUTIES:
1 . Plan appropriate activities for infants/toddlers on a weekly basis.
2. Carry out or supervise implementation of above.
3. Responsible for organizing, ordering and maintaining equipment and
materials.
4. Supervise children in classroom and on field trips as appropriate.
5. Hold infant/toddler staff meetings.
6. Responsible for progress reports and updating of children 's records.
7. Hold parent conferences (twice a year) .
8. Oversee compliance with the evacuation plan as it relates to the
pre-school classroom(s) .
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood
education and four courses in early childhood education. Appropriate
experience in class work with children and in administration. He/she must
meet OFC requirements with regard to education and experience. He nine
months experience with infants or toddlers and nine months experience with
preschool children) .
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
DIRECTOR
JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for total center operation, under the
supervision of the Willow Park Children's Center Board of Directors, including
the following:
*Recommending of center policies and procedures
pertaining to all aspects of program/personnel
development, operations and monitoring, for
Board approval .
*Supervision of all staff.
*Overseeing physical condition and appearance of center.
*Insuring that all staff and children clearly understand
the center's emergency procedure and plan for evacuation
and insuring that evacuation drills are conducted on a
regular basis.
*Overseeing the success for implementation of educational
programs in infant, toddler and pre-school classrooms.
*Overseeing parent communication and opportunities for
parent involvement.
*Overseeing hiring, firing, staff orientation and training.
*Scheduling/leading staff meetings.
*Ordering of equipment and supplies including nutritional
component.
*Li-aison with Microwave Development Company, Inc.
*Budget development and management.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood
education and four courses in early childhood education. Appropriate
experience in class work with children and in administration, preferably at
supervisory level . He/she must meet OFC requirements with regard to education
and experience.
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
STAFF ORIENTATION PLAN
Each new staff person is required to attend an orientation meeting with
the Director and to discuss the Center's philosophy, organization, program,
practices and goals. Review of the Center's emergency procedures and
evacuation plan is a key component of this meeting.
The meeting should take place during the first day of a new employee's
placement at the Center. At least one hour should be set aside for such a
meeting.
At this meeting the Director will issue the new staff person a copy of
the Personnel Practices.
New staff must receive a written certification from their physician
within one month of beginning work at the Center. Negative results of a
current Mantoux test must be on file on or before the new staff person's start
date at the Center.
Staff orientation checklist should be completed with each new staff
member by their immediate supervisor, by their third week of employment.
See attached checklist for staff orientation.
•*Emergency/Evacuation Related Items
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
ORIENTATION OF NEW DAY CARE CENTER STAFF
I. INTRODUCTORY
* A. Has there been a tour of the physical plant?
1. Where are adult and child bathrooms?
2. Where are classroom supplies stored?
* 3. Where is first aid equipment?
^ . Where are extra clothes stored?
5. Is there a staff room?
6. Are there special telephones for staff use?
Are there any rules about telephone use?
7. What are the Center opening and closing
procedures?
B. 1 . Has the new person been introduced to all
staff members?
C. 1 . Has the new person been able to spend time
observing in the classroom(s)?
II. ORGANIZATIONAL
A. Have you addressed supervisory issues?
1 . Who is new person's supervisor?
2. When/where/how will 'supervision happen?
B. Have you briefly explained agency's organizational
structure and funding sources?
1 . To whom does the new staff person go for what?
2-. What outside classroom responsibilities are
expected?
C. Have you clearly explained personnel policy?
1. Salary and potential increments?
2. Benefits?
3. Probationary periods?
4. Expectations concerning dress?
5. Rules concerning arrival , departure and break
time?
ORIENTATION OF DAY CARE STAFF
6. How will staff member be evaluated?
7. Have you informed your staff about agency
grievance procedure?
D. 1 . Have you explained agency policy regarding
tobacco, drugs and alcohol?
E. 1 . Have you given new employee a written job des-
cription and a written job description of
their supervisor?
F. 1 . Have you made staff aware of licensing re-
quirements? e.g. annual medical exams, etc.?
G. Have you discussed insurance limitations?
* 1. Are there areas that are out-of-bounds to
children?
* 2. Are there rules for supervision on field
trips?
* 3. Are there rules concerning who transports
children in what vehicles?
* 4. Are there policies concerning who may take the
children out of the Center?
H. 1 . Have you explained legal responsibilities and
agency policy concerning the reporting of
child abuse and neglect?
I . Are staff aware of the requirement of confidentiality
and parental access to child's records?
1 . What is inappropriate for discussion outside
the Center?
2. What kinds of comments are not appropriate to
parents or other staff?
�. Do staff understand the legal and ethical
foundation of your policy on confidentiality?
III . *HEALTH AND SAFETY
A. 1 . Are new staff made aware of accessibility and
location of emergency medical information?
B. 1 . Does staff receive first aid training?
C. 1. Are all staff made aware of emergency medical
procedures (agency practice)?
Poison Accident Sudden illness
ORIENTATION OF DAY CARE STAFF
D. Do you explain agency policy concerning medication?
1. When are staff allowed to administer medication?
2. Who is responsible for administering medication?
3. What procedures are used to communicate infor-
mation about medication given or to be given?
4. Are staff aware of proper storage location for
medication?
E. 1 . Are evacuation procedures explained as well as
clearly posted?
F. Have agency policies regarding child illness been
explained?
1 . When should children be readmitted after an
illness?
2. What are the indications used for daily accep-
tance or non acceptance due to illness
(e.g. ) fever, green mucous. . . . )?
3. How is child illness dealt with during the day?
When are parents notified? By whom? Where are
parent and emergency contact phone numbers kept?
4. Are new staff oriented to what child behaviors
and/or symptoms may require health care?
5. Are staff told about resources or resource people
who could help with medical questions? (Do you
have a house doctor or nurse?)
* G. 1. Are all staff aware of indoor and outdoor safety
rules of the agency and particular classroom?
H. 1-. Is staff given guidance about when it is in-
advisable to report for work?
(a) How do you call in sick?
IV. NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICE
A. Are you subject to any regulations concerning food
preparation and service that new staff should be aware of?
1 . Have you made staff aware that legally food may
not be withheld as punishment?
B. 1 .• Do you make staff aware of the significance of
your nutritional program?
ORIENTATION OF DAY CARE STAFF
C. 1 . Are there any agency scheduling problems or food
service policies that staff should be aware of?
2. Do you have any guidelines about what or when
staff may eat or drink?
3. Are there any policies or practices around how
much children must/should eat?
4. Do you serve family style, practice portion con-
trol,or allow room staff to make this decision?
5. Do you share guidelines for appropriate adult and
child behavior at mealtime?
6. Where are snack foods kept?
7. What are the mealtime and snack procedures?
V. CENTER PHILOSOPHY AND PRACTICE:
A. 1 . Do you have clear a educational philosophy that
is communicated to new staff?
B. How is that philosophy manifested?
1. How is curriculum planned? Why?
2. How is the classroom day organized? Why?
3. Are there regularly scheduled activities that new
staff should be aware of (e.g. ) swimming, field
trips, library. . . . . )
4. Do you have general guidelines for child behavior
and discipline?
5. Do your classrooms have standing rules about the
use of classroom materials and equipment? Why?
6'. Do you have guidelines either explicit or implied
for teacher behavior in the classroom? Why?
C. Do you have a Center policy or philosophy around
parent involvement?
1 . Are staff expected to communicate with parents?
When? How Often?
2. Are parents involved in Center program and/or
policy decisions? How?
3.- Are parents involved in the classroom program?
How?
ORIENTATION OF DAY CARE STAFF
4. How are staff made aware of their responsibility
to parents?
5. Are staff aware of and/or expected to participate
in parent orientation?
6. What are Center's rules about who may pick up
up children? Are there any particular problems
with this?
D. Are staff informed of the Center's relationship to
the community?
1 . Are staff expected to be involved in relating to
the community?
�. Are there specific issues concerning confiden-
tiality that should be addressed?
3. Are staff made aware of funding sources within
the community?
* E. Are staff informed of agency's responsibility for on-
going training and of its availability?
* F. Have you informed staff of any special health,
nutritional or developmental needs of the children
to whom they are assigned?
1 . Do you have agency procedures for consultation
and/or referral?
2. What are staff responsibilities?
VI. GRIEVANCE
A. 1. Have you informed staff about your agency
grievance procedures?
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
Staff Training
Volunteer Training
Volunteers will be given an initial orientation to the Center by the
Director. This will include emergency procedures, an introduction to staff
and children and a discussion of Center policies. Key emphasis will be placed
on review of the center's emergency policies and plan for evacuation.
Volunteers will be supervised by teachers in the different classes. They
will be given a description of their various duties by the teaching staff.
Feedback, guidance and ongoing evaluation will be given to volunteers by the
teachers. Any liaison with the supervisors of volunteers will be the
responsibility of the Director.
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
STAFF TRAINING/PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM
All staff are given orientation training on the first day of their
placement at Willow Park Children's Center, Inc. In addition, staff must
attend a monthly two hour meeting for the purposes of staff training. Each
year at least one of these meetings shall focus on health and safety issues
including the review of the center's emergency procedures and plan for
evacuation. Staff are encouraged to take courses, workshops and seminars
related to day care and early childhood education. Provision is made for at
least one professional day per staff person per year outside the Center but
during work hours for the purposes of staff training.
In addition, ongoing supervision is designed to provide constructive in
service training for staff. Team meetings, and teacher/head teacher,
teacher/aide meetings are held regularly. Staff evaluations are held within
three months of placement of a new staff.
The Director will assure the availability of staff training opportunities
through her own provision of training as well as through such activities as:
*Circulating course/workshop opportunities
available through local child care resource and
referral agency (ies) ;
*Contracting with workshop presenters for in-service
trainings.
*Circulating pertinent conference information.
WILLOW PARK CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC.
CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT
I, the parent or lawful guardian of (the
"Child") , hereby state that I have read and understand the Statement of
Medical Emergency Procedures of Willow Park Children 's Center, Inc. and
consent to the procedures therein described.
I hereby authorize the Director of the Center, and the teachers at
Hamilton Children 's Center to perform simple first aid procedures in the event
of injury or illness of the child.
In case of major accident, injury or illness requiring immediate medical
or surgical care, I further authorize said persons to act on my behalf,
provided that they first attempt such diligent effort as the nature of the
emergency permits to notify me or, if I am unavailable
name, address and telephone number of relative or family physician
whom I hereby also authorize to act on my behalf. If such efforts to contact
me or my representative designated above are unsuccessful , I authorize the
Director and teachers of Willow Park Children's Center, Inc. to take such
action and give such consent on my behalf as their judgement dictates.
In consideration of the Center's enrollment of the Child in its program
and its performance of services for the Child and for my benefit, as
contemplated herein, I hereby covenant and agree with the Center and the Board
of Directors past, present and future officers, agents, and employees and
independent contractors, and all other persons associated with them in
connection with the operation of the Center that I never will assert against
the Center, or the Board of Directors any claim which I may at any time have
or assert on Account of their actions which are authorized above.
I hereby further covenant and agree with the Center and the Board of
Directors that I will hold each of them harmless and will indemnify each of
them against any loss, cost, damage, liability or expense which any of them
may suffer or incur by reason of any claim or liability asserted against any
of them based upon resulting from or arising out of such actions.
This writing is intended to take effect as a sealed instrument and is to
be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
Date:
Signature of Parent or Guardian:
(Signing of this document indicates it has been read and agreed to by t e
signatore) .
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Sheila Balboni,Principal
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to permit day care center on the premises located at 65
Flagship Drive.
By Order of the Board of Appeals
Frank Serio,J..r„Chairman
Publish in North Andover Citizen April 21 and April 28,
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CHILD ARE CIRCUIT
Business Office 190 Hampshire St.
Lawrence, MA 01840 Tel. (617) 686-4288
CHILD CARE CIRCUIT'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Sheila Balboni, Executive Director Child Care Circuit
and Community Day Care Center, Inc.
President, Mass. Association of Day Care Agencies
M.Ed. Harvard University
Martha Sperandio, Executive Assistant, Child Care Circuit
and Community Day Care Center, Inc.
MMHS, Heller School, Brandeis University
* Staff representative of over 17 years (combined) experience directing day care centers for
infants, toddlers, preschoolers and schoolage children.
* Successful implementation of nine child care centers and all prototypes of child care
services including:
Preschool Center
Infant/Toddler Center
Toddler/Preschool Center
Schoolage Child Care
Infant/Toddler/Preschool Center
Family Day Care System
Consultation to companies for five years, providing assistance with consideration and
implementation of child care services. Clients include:
Grieco Bros., Inc.
Hamilton Realty Co.
Jefferson Realty Co.
Holyoke Mutual
Multi-Group Health Plan
Essex Bank
Phillips Academy
* Development and implementation of a publicity campaign for a corporate child care
center, resulting in front page coverage in the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times,
The Boston Globe and all three major Boston television stations.
* Publications also include Training Manual for Family Day Care Providers and Training
Manual for Day Care Teachers
Intake and Referral Offices
o 190 Hampshire St.,Lawrence,MA 01840 0 88 Broad St.,Lynn,MA 01902 0 388 Pleasant St.,Malden,MA 02148
Tel. (617)686-4288 Tel.(617)592-8440 Tel, (617)324-1262
* Development and management of one of the largest child care agencies in Massachusetts:
500 children
12 centers
100 employees
$4 million revenues
* Member, Governor's Day Care Private/Public Partnership Project.
* Development and management of a child care resource and referral program providing
parents, employers and child care providers with consultation and technical information in
areas of.
- taxation
- insurance and liability
- staff training
- incorporation of a business
- non-profit status
- tax-exempt status
- board of directors selection and training
- accepting special children into the classroom
- marketing child care services
CHILD 04RE CIRCUIT
Business Office 190 Hampshire St.
Lawrence, MA 01840 Tel. (617) 686-4288
CHILD CARE BENEFITS IMPLEMENTED BY CORPORATIONS
Child Care Option Example of Corporation Offering Employee Problem Alleviated
This Benefit. � by This Benefit.
Information & Referral I .B.M. (on a national basis) Assists employees with
Contract locating child care
programs that best match
the family's needs.
Specifically develop child
services for company 's
employees. . .where supply
of child care is lacking.
Toucher Polariod Assists parents with
the cost of child care,
On-Site Child Care Grieco Bros. , Inc. Assists employees with the
Center• lack of supply of child
care in their coml-Hunities.
Child -are Workshops New England Merchants National Assists employees with
Bank parenting issues.
Sick Child Care Programs 3M Assists parents when their
child is ill .
Dependent Care Assistance Bolt, Beranek & Newman Enables parents to pay
Plan (DCAP) for their child care
costs with non-taxed
earnings.
Additional Option: Grieco Bros , Inc. Enables employers to
Needs Assessment assess their employees
needs.
Intake and Referral Offices
0 190 Hampshire St.,Lawrence,MA 01840 0 88 Broad St.,Lynn,MA 01902 ® 388 Pleasant St.,Malden,MA 02148
Tel,(617)686-4288 Tel,(617)592-8440 Tel.(617)324-1262
CHILD CORE CIRCUIT
Business Office 190 Hampshire St.
Lawrence, MA 01840 Tel. (617) 686-4288
CHILD CARE OPTIONS. . . OFFERED BY THE CHILD CARE CIRCUIT
Resource and Referral Contract
Employer purchases resource and referral services for employees. Employees receive
up-to-date information on available child care openings in employee's community, and receive
training to become educated consumers. The Circuit works to increase the supply of child care
services in employees' communities.
Voucher (child care subsidy)
Circuit works with employer to provide employees or selected employees with subsidies or
vouchers to assist with the cost of child care.
On-Site Child Care
Circuit assists employer to set up on-site or near-site child care center. This assists employees
with the supply of child care and possibly with the cost of care.
Family Day Care System
Circuit helps set up or contract with a family day care system to care for children of employees.
Salary Reduction
Circuit sets up a salary reduction plan that enables employees to take a reduction in their
taxable income. The employees then pay for the child care with non-taxed "set aside" income.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The Circuit helps employer establish a mechanism through which an employee can receive
financial child care benefits from the employer as a tax free benefit.
Sick Child Care
Circuit assists employer with the establishment of a benefit to provide care for employees'
children when they are recuperating from an illness.
Workshops
The Circuit conducts workshops, at the workplace, in topics that are relevant to parents.
Intake and Referral Offices
• 190 Hampshire St.,Lawrence,MA 01840 •88 Broad St.,Lynn,MA 01902 • 388 Pleasant St.,Malden,MA 02148
Tel.(617)686-4288 Tel.(617)592-8440 Tel.(617)324-1262
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STAGES OF CHILD CARE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
PHASE I
NEEDS ASSESSMENT
GOALS OF NEEDS ASSESSMENT PHASE
1. Obtain valid information concerning projected usage rate of proposed child care center.
Determine if market exists to support an on-site child care center at proposed location.
Gain market information about needs of targeted groups to incorporate into services
offered by child care center.
2. Obtain a high participation rate and return of the survey. This will enable consultants to
formulate statistically valid and reliable results of the data. From these results, employer
will be able to formulate sound business decisions about proceeding to next possible steps in
child care project, i.e., feasibility study and implementation.
SCOPE OF PROJECT
1. Design of Needs Assessment
a. Meet with management to insure that the company's goals for child care center are
identified and incorporated into assessment process. Identify employer's resources to
facilitate assessment and possible implementation of center.
b. Identify models of populations that would utilize proposed center. Arrange with
identified groups to assess these employee's child care needs.
c. With employer, develop assessment process. Develop instruments which may include
samples, written survey and focus groups. The objective of this process will be to
capture relevant statistical data on tenants' and potential tenants' present and future
child care needs.
d. Meet with designated employer personnel to ensure that assessment tools are
appropriately designed for the targeted populations.
e. Administer a sample of designated assessment instrument to a few employees to
pretest effectiveness of instruments and adjust survey based on sample results.
2. Implement and Market Assessments
a. Set up aggressive communication program to "market" assessments to targeted
populations (step lb). Develop timetable for marketing, implemenation and retrieval
of survey.
b. Develop procedures for disseminating, administering and collecting survey.
c. Design communication materials such as letters, posters and leaflets to promote
participation in assessment.
d. Administer survey to identified populations.
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3. Collect and Interpret Data
a. Compile and enter survey responses into computerized data retrieval system.
b. Analyze data from assessments. Submit final report of survey data.
4. Analyze Community Resources
a. Assess child care resources in geographic area surrounding the designated location.
This information will be utilized to assess the strengths, scope and market niche of
other child care programs which would be in competition with the proposed center.
b. Develop a report of the availability and costs of child care services in this area. This
information will be utilized to determine if a center is feasible for employer and to
plan market niche for proposed center.
5. Recommendations
Based on results of survey, on identified goals of employer, and on anlysis of child care
resources in the surrounding community; recommend if progression to the next step in
the project is warranted: The feasibility study of the proposed child care center. If
continuation of child care project is advisable, develop recommendations for the size
and structure of the child care program based on analysis conducted in Phase 1.
PHASE H
FEASIBILITY STUDY
GOALS OF FEASIBILITY STUDY
1. Determine feasibility of obtaining license to operate a child care facility, with the most
efficient expenditure of employer's funds.
2. Based upon level of difficulty and cost of opening center(s), and projected success of each
child care center's operations, determine feasibility of proceeding to Phase III:
Implementation.
SCOPE OF PROJECT
1. Determine areas of difficulty to obtain a license for child care facility. Consult with
various inspectors and officials to determine extent of work necessary to obtain license:
- Building Inspector
- Public Health
- Fire Department
- Electrical Inspector
- Lead Paint
- Environmental Safety Specialist
- State Licensing Official
2. Determine costs that must be expended to implement center. Develop start-up and capital
improvement budgets.
3. Determine feasibility of center becoming a self-sufficient business entity.
a. Develop several pro forma operating bugets based on various numbers of children
served and various ages of children served.
b. Determine "break even" enrollment point.
c. Develop cash flow projections to determine necessary cash needs for initial months of
operation.
d. Develop several cash flow analyses based on various projected levels of enrollment
during first few months of operation.
e. Investigate MIFA funding to assist with cash flow needs during initial months of center
operation.
4. Design interior and exterior spaces for center. Draw up floor plan to begin work, and
obtain feedback from licensing groups. Consult with architect or draftsperson regarding
floor plan.
5. Investigate zoning aspects of site.
6. Examine legal aspects of proposed child care centers. Provide consultation with
appropriate parties concerning incorporation, non-profit status, (possible) reduction of
employees' fees, DCAP, insurance.
7. Submit report on feasibility issues. Recommend whether employer should proceed to
implementation phase.
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PHASE III
IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
GOALS OF IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
1. Successful implementation of quality self-supporting child care center for children of
employees and community.
2. Opening day enrollment reaching a financial break even point to minimize cash flow needs
and possibility of financial loss.
3. (Optional) Extensive multi-media publicity for employer.
SCOPE OF PROJECT
1. Building/Licensing Issues
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a. Revise general floor plans (indoor and outdoor) based upon requirements of inspectors:
building, fire, public health, lead paint, State Licensing, etc.
b. Design center and playground environment, incorporating child development principles
that are appropriate for ages of children in program.
c. Provide ongoing consultation/liaison with licensing agent to negotiate for final license.
d. Provide consultation to major contractors: plumbers, carpenters, electricians,
painters, lead paint specialist, environmental specialist, etc.
e. Lobby inspectors to obtain necessary certificates that will be submitted as part of the
licensing packet.
f. Submit final license application with extensive plans for operating procedures attached.
2. Development of Child Care Center as a Business Entity
a. Assist with decision concerning form of organization and profit/non-profit status.
b. Assist employer's lawyers with incorporation papers (if applicable).
c. Develop center's bylaws (if applicable).
d. File for tax-exempt status (if applicable).
e. File Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) with IRS (if applicable).
f. Assist with recruitment and training of Board of Directors (if applicable).
g. Assist with set up of business policies and billing/accounting procedures.
h. Set fees for parents. Set up payment policies.
i. Train director to assume management responsibilities of a business: IRS issues,
incorporation procedures, personnel procedures, etc.
j. Provide consultation on insurance companies to obtain coverage for center.
k. Develop operating policies and procedures that comply with state guidelines: fire
alarm procedures, children's health and safety policies, emergency procedures.
1. Obtain physician's approval of health procedures.
m. Assist with the arrangement for utilities to be opened.
3. Staffing
a. Set up staff requirements and staffing patterns based on numbers of "slots" in center,
ages of children and hours of operation.
b. Write job descriptions.
c. Recruit, interview, hire Executive Director.
d. With Executive Director, recruit, interview and hire remaining staff.
e. Develop staff scheduling plans.
f. With Executive Director, comply with licensing requirements and obtain "staff sheets"
(TB tests, first aid course, confirmation of education and work experience).
g. Develop staff employment contract.
h. Develop center: personnel policies, benefits policies, salary scale.
i. Develop organizational chart.
j. Design staff orientation plan used by the Executive Director.
k. Assist Executive Director with the orientation/training sessions.
1. Develop first aid training plan.
4. Educational Program
a. Develop philosophy of,the center, goals for children and curriculum.
b. Develop program plans and daily schedules.
c. Order furnishings, toys, equipment and supplies that are age-appropriate for children.
d. Assist carpenters with design of functional, innovative furniture, storage space,
clothing area, climbing structures and learning areas. Design innovative learning
structures.
e. Assist with set up of classrooms/learning facilities.
5. Funding
a. Assist with application for MIFA low interest loan (Massachusetts Industrial Finance
Administration), as applicable.
b. Apply to Bureau of Nutrition for school lunch reimbursement, as applicable.
6. Enrollment of Children
a. Develop marketing materials to parents.
b. Aggressively recruit and enroll children.
c. Develop required parent forms.
d. Develop parent handbook.
e. Work closely to develop a prioritized system for accepting children into the center
(employees, others), as applicable.
7. Services That May Be Offered By Center (optional)
a. Provide consultation concerning method of providing lunches and snacks for children.
b. Assist with design of kitchen facilities.
c. Design daily menus.
d. With Executive Director, hire cook, order supplies.
e. Evaluate feasibility of providing transporation services, sick child care assistance,
summer camp, etc.
f. If any of the above (7e) services are selected, assist with implementation.
8. Publicity (optional)
a. Develop publicity campaign for employer and child care center.
b. Identify media channels and opportunities for publicity.
c. Write and submit press releases to appropriate television, radio, newspaper and
magazines.
d. Lobby for media coverage to associates in the media industry.
9. Communication with Employer
a. Report to liaison person(s) on a weekly basis.
b. Submit bi-monthly reports on the progress of the implementation phase.
Massachusetts Industrial Finance Agency 400 Atlantic Avenue
Boston,Massachusetts 02210
617-451-2477
FINANCING OF CORPORATE CHILD CARE FACILITIES
INTRODUCTION
The MIFA Corporate Child Care Loan Fund has been developed to promote
corporate sponsorship of child care facilities both for profit and
non-profit organizations in the Commonwealth. The fund is intended as a
stimulus for the construction of child care centers at selected sites .
The initial startup funding allocated by .the MIFA Board of Directors is
$750,000.
The fund is targeted to smaller companies (i.e. both future and
former IDB recipients) , consortia of companies (i.e. located in industrial
parks or proximate sites in the same community) , and non-profit
organizations . The fund is not necessarily "but for" financing. Rather,
it is envisioned as a catalyst for financially sound companies and
non-profit groups with modest resources (i.e. non-Fortune 500 companies)
to establish a child care center.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Programmatic :
1 . Financing requests must be for a child care facility-its
purchase, renovation, construction, site planning, and/or
permanently-installed equipment .
2. The project must be located in the Commonwealth.
3. Applicants must demonstrate corporate employee demand in
using the facility and support of stakeholders . Initially,
at least half of the child enrollment must come from
employees of the sponsoring organization(s) . Support and
interest on the part of local organizations will be looked
upon favorably.
4. Projects which conform to the recommendations of the
Governor's Day Care Partnership Project also will be more
favorably considered.
5 . The project must receive all necessary approvals and
licenses from appropriate Federal, state and local agencies .
6 . Financing will not be available for speculative child care
facilities (i.e. those without firm corporate commitments
for reserving space for their employees) .
Financial:
1 . Projects must demonstrate market , management, and financing
feasibility, and have a clear likelihood of success .
2. The project must include at least a 10% equity contribution,
or an equivalent commitment to support operating costs of
the facility from the sponsoring organization.
3. The project needs to demonstrate that MIFA participation is
critical to the financial viability of the project.
4. Security in the form of a mortgage or lien on real property
and equipment, personal guarantees, lien on accounts
receivable, insurance, or other collateral may be required.
5 . The applicant must accept hold harmless provisions in its
lending agreement with MIFA.
LOAN REVIEW PROCESS
Applicants to the loan fund will be reviewed by MIFA staff for
conformance to programmatic and financial eligibility standards .
Subsequently, the loan and proposed financing terms will be reviewed by
the Credit Committee of the MIFA Board of Directors prior to approval by
the full MIFA Board.
LOAN TERMS
The fund is intended to. provide subsidized financing. With regard to
yield, terms will be guided by what MIFA earns on its investment of
retained earnings . Generally speaking, rates charged will be comparable
to the then-available yield on Treasury securities , unless credit
considerations dictate otherwise. Rates may be fixed, not necessarily for
the entire term of the loan (i.e. a fixed-rate loan may be reviewed after
three years have elapsed) . - This will be determined on a case-by-case
basis .
Maximum loan amounts will be $250,000 per applicant. The maximum
maturity will be five years . Provision for grace periods will be
considered. All lending will be substantially secured. Initial
disbursement of funds and payback structure will be determined
case-by-case.
PRICING STRUCTURE
Application Fee : Corporation -$750
(non-refundable) Non-profit organizations -$500
Origination Fee : 1% of principal amount
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Servicing Fee: 1/2% of outstanding principal over life of loan
Borrowers will assume all costs associated with the loan processing;
i.e. legal fees , appraisals , etc. MIFA will consider full or partial
waivers of fees in certain cases.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Stephen A. Leonard, Manager of Targeted Lending Programs,
(617) 451-2477.
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