Md. Code Regs. 13A.16.05.07

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 13A.16.05.07 - Water Supply

A. The center shall have hot and cold running water, with hot water temperature not exceeding 120° F.

B. For each 40 children in care, or fraction thereof, there shall be at least one drinking water source that is:

(1) Safely accessible to children 2 years old or older without assistance from an adult; and

(2) Not located in a toilet room or in a sink used for handwashing.

C. Drinking water shall be supplied by:

(1) An angle-jet drinking fountain with mouthguard;

(2) Licensed bottled water in the original container;

(3) Running water supply with individual single service drinking cups; or

(4) Another method or source approved by the office.

D. During meals and snacks, water may be served family-style from a pitcher if the water is poured into the pitcher directly from one of the supply sources listed at §C of this regulation.

Md. Code Regs. 13A.16.05.07