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10. Utility mops will be washed rinsed and sanitized then air dried in an area with ventilation to the

outside and inaccessible to children.

11. Bathroom(s) will be cleaned daily or more often if necessary. Sinks, counters, toilets, and floors will

be cleaned and disinfected at least daily.

12. Potty-chairs will be immediately emptied into toilet, washed and disinfected in a designated sink or

utility sink separate from classrooms. The sink must then be cleaned and disinfected.

13. Toilet seats will be cleaned and sanitized as needed and at least daily.

14. Cubbies: will be washed, rinsed, and sanitized weekly.

15. Cribs/Cots will be washed, rinsed, and sanitized weekly, before use by a different child, after a child

has been ill and as needed.

16. Bedding (e.g. mat covers and blankets) will be washed weekly, or more frequently as needed, at a

temperature of at least 165º F, or with disinfectant in the rinse cycle. These items can be sent home

for families to wash. Bedding will be removed from mats and stored separately.

17. Children’s items including bedding, coats, etc. will be stored separately.

18. Water tables will be emptied and sanitized after each use or more often as needed. Children will

wash hands before and after play and be closely supervised. Water tables should retain a free

available chlorine level of 1-3 parts per million (ppm).

19. General Cleaning of the entire center will be done as needed. Wastebaskets (with disposable liners)

will be available to children and staff and will be emptied when full. Step-cans will be used to prevent

recontamination of hands when disposing of used towels, etc. There should be no strong odors of

cleaning products. Room deodorizers are not used due to the risk of allergic reaction. Door handles

and faucets are cleaned at least daily and more often when children/staff are ill. Diaper and food

waste containers will have a tight fitting lid.

20. Vacuuming, mopping and professionally carpet shampooing in the center will not occur while

children are present (carpet sweepers and brooms are ok to use). This is to reduce the exposure of

chemicals and dust to children and staff. Every effort is made to only use items that can be cleaned

and sanitized in the setting. Cracked or broken items are not able to be clean or sanitized properly.

These items shall be removed until they are repaired, cleaned, and sanitized. Carpet is not used in

toilet areas; diaper changing areas or food prep/storage areas.

21. Regular cleaning and sanitation will increase if there is an outbreak of a contagious infection or

disease in setting.

Communication plan for staff and parents:

Staff and volunteers will receive a written copy of this policy in there orientation packets before beginning

work at the center. Training will be provided on cleaning and sanitation guidelines and procedures at time

of employment and when necessary.

References:

CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN, National Health, and Safety Performance Standards: Guidelines for Out-

of-Home Child Care Programs. 2

Edition. American Academy of Pediatrics, American Public Health

Association, and U.S Department of Health and Human Services. 2002

American Academy of Pediatrics, PA Chapter, (2002) Model Child Care Health Policies, 4

Ed.

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