8 Colo. Code Regs. § 1402-1-2.507

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 1, January 10, 2025

Section 8 CCR 1402-1-2.507 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STAFF

A. All staff and volunteers at the center must demonstrate knowledgeable decision-making, judgment, and concern for the proper care and well-being of children.

B. All staff and volunteers must not consume or be under the influence of any substance that impairs their ability to care for children.

C. Illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia, must never be present on the premises of the center.

D. Staff must not use cannabis and cannabis infused products, vaping or tobacco products of any kind, or alcohol in the presence of children. To prevent exposure to secondhand smoke, child care centers must prohibit the use of vaping, tobacco, and cannabis and cannabis infused products on all center property, both indoors and outdoors. All cannabis and cannabis infused products, vaping and tobacco products, and alcohol must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.

E. When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.

1. When caring for children use of electronic devices is permitted for educational and administrative purposes.

F. Unless medically contraindicated, staff members must be current for all immunizations required by their employer.

G. Each staff member and regular volunteer as defined in rule section 2.509 must complete an annual self-reported health history. The health history must be maintained by the center in a secure location.

H. The duties and responsibilities of each staff position and the lines of authority and responsibility within the center must be in writing.

I. Prior to working with children, the staff member must read and be instructed on all of the policies and procedures of the center outlined in rule section 2.505. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and understand the center's policies and procedures.

J. Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center's policies and procedures for the administration of medications. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the center's administration of medications policies and procedures.

K. Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children a signed statement indicating that the individual has been trained, understands, and has had the opportunity to ask questions regarding the "Rules Regulating School-Age Child Care," the "General Rules for Child Care Facilities," and the "Rules Regulating Special Activities," if applicable.

L. If volunteers are used by the center, there must be a clearly established policy regarding their function, orientation, and supervision.

M. Within thirty (30) calendar days of the last day of employment, staff members must be provided with a letter verifying their experience at the center. The letter must contain the center's address, phone number, and license number; the employee's start date and end date; and the total number of hours worked with children. The letter must be signed by a director, owner, or human resources agent of the center or governing body.

8 CCR 1402-1-2.507

46 CR 22, November 25, 2023, effective 12/15/2023

47 CR 15, August 10, 2024, effective 8/30/2024