Rule 15-11-55-3.8.4 - SupervisionA caregiver must maintain watchful oversight. Staff must always be aware of all children in their care and must be alert, able to respond quickly to children's actions and needs, and be able to intervene promptly in case of an emergency.
1. Staff shall refrain from using electronic devices or any object that will distract one's attention while supervising children or performing classroom duties.2. The responsible caregiver shall stay on the same floor or level of the house with the children.3. When children are outdoors, the caregiver must be present outside providing direct supervision to the children.4. Provide closer supervision to ensure children are within easy reach when risks are higher and when children's age and behavioral tendencies require it.15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.8.4