New Hampshire ChildcareLicensing Requirements

Current DHHS license posted and visible

Ref: He-C 4002.03

License capacity and age groups displayed

Ref: He-C 4002.03

Liability insurance current and on file

Ref: He-C 4002.05

Parent handbook available with policies

Ref: He-C 4002.04

Attendance records maintained daily

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Incident/accident reports documented

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Complaint procedures posted

Ref: He-C 4002.04

Emergency procedures posted in each room

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Operating hours posted

Ref: He-C 4002.03

Fee schedule available to parents

Ref: He-C 4002.04

All staff have current background checks (NH and FBI)

Ref: He-C 4002.07

DCYF central registry checks completed

Ref: He-C 4002.07

Director meets qualification requirements

Ref: He-C 4002.08

Lead teachers meet qualification requirements

Ref: He-C 4002.09

All staff have current pediatric CPR certification

Ref: He-C 4002.10

All staff have current first aid certification

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Annual training hours documented (18 hours minimum)

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Mandatory reporter training current

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Safe sleep training for infant caregivers

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Health statement on file for all staff

Ref: He-C 4002.07

Medication administration training (if applicable)

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Staff orientation completed within 3 months

Ref: He-C 4002.10

Enrollment forms complete for each child

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Emergency contact information current

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Immunization records current (or valid exemption)

Ref: RSA 141-C:20-a

Health information on file for each child

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Allergy and special needs documented

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Authorized pickup persons documented

Ref: He-C 4002.17

Medication authorization forms complete

Ref: He-C 4002.19

Field trip/transportation permission on file

Ref: He-C 4002.21

First aid kits stocked and accessible

Ref: He-C 4002.19

Medications stored properly (locked)

Ref: He-C 4002.19

Cleaning and sanitizing procedures followed

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Handwashing procedures posted

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Diapering and toileting procedures followed

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Safe sleep practices followed for infants

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Food handling and safety requirements met

Ref: He-C 4002.20

Food safety training current (food prep staff)

Ref: He-C 4002.20

Hazardous materials stored safely

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Tobacco, alcohol, and weapons prohibited

Ref: He-C 4002.18

Fire drill records current (monthly)

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Severe weather drill records current (quarterly)

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Lockdown drill records current (semi-annual)

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Full evacuation drill completed (annual)

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Emergency evacuation plan posted and current

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Fire extinguishers inspected and accessible

Ref: He-C 4002.22

Indoor space meets 35 sq ft per child requirement

Ref: He-C 4002.12

Outdoor play area safe and enclosed

Ref: He-C 4002.13

Staff-to-child ratios maintained at all times

Ref: He-C 4002.14

Licensed Plus quality rating posted (if participating)

Ref: Licensed Plus