(a)
- (1) At least one (1) commode and one (1) sink shall be made available for the children’s use.
- (2) Potty seats may be used by the younger children if emptied, cleaned, and disinfected after each use.
- (3) Potty seats shall be located in the bathroom only.
- (b) Toilet tissue shall be located within reach of the children when toileting.
- (c) Individual cloth towels or paper towels shall be available for each child.
(d) Liquid soap shall be:
- (1) Accessible in the hand washing area; and
- (2) Used by caregivers and children.
- (e) Running water shall be available in all lavatories.
(f)
(1) Caregiver’s and children’s hands shall be washed with liquid soap:
- (A) Before meals;
- (B) After toileting;
- (C) After each diaper change; and
- (D) As needed.
- (2) The use of hand sanitizer shall not be a replacement for soap and running water.
(g) There shall be a safe diaper changing table that meets the following requirements:
- (1) Impervious (nonabsorbent) smooth surfaces that do not trap soil and are easily disinfected;
- (2) There shall be a changing pad capable of being sanitized used as a cushion between the child and the changing table surfaces;
- (3) The table shall be sturdy and stable to prevent tipping over;
- (4) The table shall be a convenient height for use by caregivers and teachers; and
- (5) The table shall be equipped with a raised edge or other provision to help reduce the risk of a child rolling off the table.
- (h) Children shall always be attended during diapering.
(i)
(1) Soiled or wet diapers shall be:
- (A) Removed;
- (B) Disposed of properly; and
- (C) Replaced with clean, dry diapers.
- (2) The caregiver shall ensure that children are properly cleaned and dried.
- (j) The caregiver shall assist children in toilet routine and hygiene practices.
(k) The following methods shall not be used in toilet training:
- (1) Placing a child on toilet or potty chair for prolonged time periods;
- (2) Using harsh language;
- (3) Punishing or berating in any way for soiling clothing;
- (4) Using physical force to place child on a toilet or potty chair against their will; and
- (5) Leaving child unsupervised on toilet.