Section 86588 - Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment, and Supplies(a) A comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times. (1) In rooms that children occupy, the licensee shall ensure that the temperature is maintained between a minimum of 68 degrees F (20 degrees C) and a maximum of 85 degrees F (30 degrees C).(b) All window screens shall be in good repair and be free of insects, dirt and other debris.(c) Fireplaces and open-faced heaters shall be made inaccessible to children to ensure protection of their safety. (1) The use of a fireplace screen or similar barrier will meet this requirement.(d) The licensee shall provide lamps or lights as necessary in all rooms and other areas to ensure the comfort and safety of all persons in the crisis nursery.(e) Faucets used by children for personal care and grooming shall deliver hot water. (1) Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate temperature of hot water delivered to plumbing fixtures used by children to attain a hot water temperature of not less than 105 degrees F (40.5 degrees C) and not more than 120 degrees F (48.8 degrees C).(2) Taps delivering water at 125 degrees F (51.6 degrees C) or higher shall be prominently identified by warning signs.(3) All toilets, hand washing and bathing facilities shall be maintained in safe and sanitary operating condition. Additional equipment, aids, and conveniences shall be provided in crisis nurseries that accommodate children with physical handicaps who need such items.(f) Solid waste shall be stored, located and disposed of in a manner that will not transmit communicable diseases or odors, create a nuisance, or provide a breeding place or food source for insects or rodents. (1) All containers, including movable bins used for storage of solid wastes shall have tight-fitting covers kept on the containers, shall be in good repair, shall be leak proof, and shall be rodent-proof.(2) Solid waste containers, including movable bins that receive decaying waste, shall be emptied at least once per week, or more often if necessary.(3) Each movable bin shall provide for suitable access and a drainage device to allow complete cleaning at the storage area.(g) Toilet, wash basin, bath, and shower fixtures shall, at a minimum, meet the following requirements. (1) There shall be at least one toilet and wash basin maintained for each six persons residing in the crisis nursery, including children and staff.(2) There shall be at least one shower or bathtub maintained for each ten persons residing in the crisis nursery, including children and staff.(3) Toilets and bathrooms shall be located so that children do not have to go outdoors to have access to such accommodations.(4) Individual privacy shall be provided in all toilet, bath, and shower areas.(h) The licensee shall provide to each child the following furniture, equipment and supplies necessary for personal care and maintenance of personal hygiene: (1) An individual bed maintained in good repair, equipped with good springs and a clean mattress, and supplied with pillow(s) that are clean and in good repair. (A) Fillings and covers for mattresses and pillows shall be flame retardant.(B) The use of trundle or bunk beds shall be prohibited.(2) Clean linen in good repair, including lightweight, warm blankets and bedspreads, top and bottom bed sheets, pillow cases, mattress pads, and bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths. (A) The quantity of linen provided shall permit changing the linen at least once each week, or more often when indicated to ensure that clean linen is in use by children at all times.(B) Use of common towels and wash cloths shall be prohibited.(C) Rubber or plastic sheeting or bed coverings should be provided when necessary.(3) Items used to maintain basic personal hygiene practices, including, but not limited to, shampoo, non-medicated soap, toilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, and comb.(4) Portable or permanent closets or drawer space to accommodate the child's clothing and personal belongings.(i) The licensee shall provide and maintain the supplies, equipment and reading material necessary to implement planned activities.(j) The licensee shall ensure that safe fixtures, furniture, equipment, supplies, and toys are provided. (1) They shall be free from toxic materials or substances.(2) They shall be in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts.(3) Any platform, step or stool used by the crisis nursery that enables children to reach shall be broad based or anchored.(4) Baby walkers are prohibited.(k) The licensee shall ensure that furniture which is age appropriate in type, height, and size is provided as follows:(2) High chairs, low wheeled feeding tables, or other furniture used for feeding an infant which meets the following requirements: (B) Has seats and backrests made of washable, moisture resistant material.(C) Has a safety strap and/or tray to secure a seated infant.(3) Changing tables or changing pads.(4) For each infant who is unable to climb from a crib, a standard crib that meets the following requirements: (A) Spaces between the crib slats are no more than 2 3/8 inches.(B) Crib mattresses and any bumper pads are covered with moisture resistant material.(C) Bumper pads, if any, are around the entire inner portion of the crib and tied or snapped into place in at least six places.(D) The crib, mattress, and any bumper pads are in safe condition with no exposed foam, batting, or coils.(E) Is equipped with a sheet to cover the mattress and a blanket and/or sheet to cover the child, depending on the temperature.(F) When an infant is in the crib, the mattress is at its lowest position and the side rail is in its highest position.(G) Is arranged so that staff can see the child.(H) Allows a child to stand upright.(I) Are not stacked or tiered with other cribs.(5) An age-appropriate bed shall be provided for each child who can climb from a crib.(l) The licensee shall provide equipment as follows:(1) Equipment purchased already assembled shall not be modified.(2) Toy containers shall meet the following requirements: (A) Boxes or chests shall not have lids or the hardware used to hinge lids.(B) All edges and corners shall be rounded and padded.(C) The container shall be well ventilated.(D) The container shall not be lockable.(E) The container shall be in good repair and safe condition.(F) Metal toy boxes shall not have rough or sharp edges and wooden toy boxes shall not have splinters and other rough areas.(m) The licensee shall ensure that the following fixtures and supplies are provided: (1) Readily available drinking water from a non-contaminating fixture. (A) Children shall be free to drink water as they wish.(B) The crisis nursery may use bottled water or portable containers if (1) the water and containers are free of contamination, and (2) bottled water containers are secured to prevent tipping and breaking.(2) Pacifiers that have a shield or guard large enough so that infants cannot choke on them.(n) The licensee shall provide toys that are: (1) Appropriate to the developmental needs of the children.(2) Sufficient in quantity to avoid excessive competition and long waits by the children.(3) Free from sharp points, edges, or splinters.(4) Made of parts too large to be swallowed. (A) Any rattles shall be large enough so that they cannot become lodged in an infant's throat and constructed so that they will not separate into small pieces.(5) Sufficient in variety to enhance the following: (A) Intellectual and creative development.(C) Auditory development.(E) Gross and fine motor development.(6) Clean and safe for the children.(o) The licensee shall arrange furniture and equipment as follows: (1) No exit shall be blocked. (A) Placement of cribs, mats or cots, and beds shall not hinder entrance to or exit from the sleeping area.(2) Toilets, potty chairs, and hand washing sinks for children shall be near indoor and outdoor activity spaces.(3) A walkway and workspace shall be between the sleeping furniture (cribs, mats or cots, and beds). (A) Staff must be able to reach each child without having to step or reach over any other child.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 86588
1. New section filed 10-26-2006 as an emergency; operative 10-26-2006 (Register 2006, No. 43). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, exempt from review by OAL. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 2-23-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
2. New section refiled 2-23-2007 as an emergency; operative 2-23-2007 (Register 2007, No. 8). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, exempt from review by OAL. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 6-25-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
3. Certificate of Compliance as to 2-23-2007 order transmitted to OAL 6-25-2007 and disapproved 8-7-2007; Notice of Disapproval of Certificate of Compliance and Order of Deletion filed 8-7-2007 (Register 2007, No. 32).
4. New section refiled 8-7-2007 as an emergency; operative 8-7-2007 (Register 2007, No. 32). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, and is exempt from OAL review and approval. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 12-5-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
5. Certificate of Compliance as to 8-7-2007 order, including amendment of section, transmitted to OAL 11-21-2007 and filed 12-31-2007 (Register 2008, No. 1). Note: Authority cited: Section 1530, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1501, 1516 and 1531, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 10-26-2006 as an emergency; operative 10-26-2006 (Register 2006, No. 43). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, exempt from review by OAL. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 2-23-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
2. New section refiled 2-23-2007 as an emergency; operative 2-23-2007 (Register 2007, No. 8). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, exempt from review by OAL. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 6-25-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
3. Certificate of Compliance as to 2-23-2007 order transmitted to OAL 6-25-2007 and disapproved 8-7-2007; Notice of Disapproval of Certificate of Compliance and Order of Deletion filed 8-7-2007 (Register 2007, No. 32).
4. New section refiled 8-7-2007 as an emergency; operative 8-7-2007 (Register 2007, No. 32). Pursuant to Statutes 2004, chapter 664, section 11 (SB 855) this regulatory action is deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, and is exempt from OAL review and approval. A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 12-5-2007 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.
5. Certificate of Compliance as to 8-7-2007 order, including amendment of section, transmitted to OAL 11-21-2007 and filed 12-31-2007 (Register 2008, No. 1).