Ratios & Supervision
What is the required staff-to-child ratio for school-age children?
1 staff member for every 25 children.
What document must be completed every time children are transported?
Transportation Log
Within how many days of employment must training begin?
90 days.
What must children have access to throughout the day?
Drinking water.
What form of punishment is strictly prohibited in child care programs?
Corporal Punishment
What type of supervision is required at all times for children in care?
Direct Supervision
What certifications must transportation drivers possess?
Valid driver’s license, First Aid, and Pediatric CPR.
What type of training must staff complete every year?
Annual In-Service Training.
Where must toxic materials, cleaning supplies, and hazardous substances be stored?
In a locked or inaccessible area.
Food may never be used as what two things?
Punishment and Reward
What information should staff be able to provide immediately about every child under their care?
The child’s location or whereabouts.
What safety equipment must children use while being transported?
Seat Belts
What electronic document verifies completed training?
Training Transcript.
Where is smoking prohibited?
Facility grounds, vehicles, outdoor play areas, and field trips.
Children may not be isolated in what types of locations as discipline?
Closets, hallways, dark rooms, or isolated areas.
Why is an additional adult required on field trips?
To assist with supervision and child safety.
Who must conduct and verify a visual sweep of the vehicle after transportation?
The driver and a second staff member.
How long is a School-Age Credential valid before renewal is required?
Five Years
What indoor temperature range should be maintained for children?
65–82 degrees Fahrenheit.
What activity may not be completely withheld because of misbehavior?
Active Play
What is the minimum age required for the person in charge of a school-age program?
21 years old.
What system is required in vehicles to help prevent children from being left behind?
Child Safety Alarm System.
What records must facilities maintain to demonstrate training compliance?
Training documentation and transcripts.
How often should playgrounds be inspected for hazards?
Daily
What approach to discipline is encouraged by the handbook?
Positive guidance and developmentally appropriate discipline.