New York ChildcareLicensing Requirements

License displayed conspicuously

Ref: 418-1.1

Enrollment within licensed capacity

Ref: 418-1.1

Written policies and procedures available

Ref: 418-1.5

Parent handbook distributed

Ref: 418-1.5

Incident/injury reporting procedures in place

Ref: 418-1.5

Indoor space minimum (35 sq ft per child)

Ref: 418-1.6

Outdoor space minimum (75 sq ft per child)

Ref: 418-1.6

Adequate heating and ventilation

Ref: 418-1.6

Lighting adequate in all areas

Ref: 418-1.6

Toilet facilities clean and accessible

Ref: 418-1.6

Handwashing sinks available

Ref: 418-1.6

Safe drinking water available

Ref: 418-1.6

Rest area/equipment for napping

Ref: 418-1.6

Daily health observation performed

Ref: 418-1.11

Handwashing procedures implemented

Ref: 418-1.11

Diapering procedures followed

Ref: 418-1.11

Medication administration policy

Ref: 418-1.11

First aid kit properly stocked

Ref: 418-1.11

Emergency evacuation plan posted

Ref: 418-1.12

Fire drills conducted monthly

Ref: 418-1.12

Shelter-in-place drills conducted

Ref: 418-1.12

Smoke/carbon monoxide detectors working

Ref: 418-1.12

Fire extinguishers inspected

Ref: 418-1.12

Hazardous materials secured

Ref: 418-1.12

Outdoor equipment safe and maintained

Ref: 418-1.12

Staff-to-child ratios maintained

Ref: 418-1.8

Children supervised at all times

Ref: 418-1.8

Sign-in/out procedures followed

Ref: 418-1.8

Release only to authorized persons

Ref: 418-1.8

Background checks completed (SCR/CBC)

Ref: 418-1.13

Director meets qualifications

Ref: 418-1.13

Staff credentials on file

Ref: 418-1.13

CPR/First Aid certification current

Ref: 418-1.13

Annual training completed (30 hrs)

Ref: 418-1.13

Health statements for all staff

Ref: 418-1.13

Mandated reporter training completed

Ref: 418-1.13

Enrollment forms complete

Ref: 418-1.14

Emergency contact info current

Ref: 418-1.14

Immunization records on file

Ref: 418-1.14

Health exam records current

Ref: 418-1.14

Allergy/medical conditions documented

Ref: 418-1.14

Attendance records maintained

Ref: 418-1.14

Daily schedule posted

Ref: 418-1.9

Age-appropriate activities provided

Ref: 418-1.9

Outdoor play time included

Ref: 418-1.9