PURPOSE: This rule describes the procedures for application for licensure, the licensing investigation, and provisions for continued licensing investigations after the initial license is granted.

PUBLISHER’S NOTE: The secretary of state has determined that the publication of the entire text of the material which is incorporated by reference as a portion of this rule would be unduly cumbersome or expensive. This material as incorporated by reference in this rule shall be maintained by the agency at its headquarters and shall be made available to the public for inspection and copying at no more than the actual cost of reproduction. This note applies only to the reference material. The entire text of the rule is printed here.

1. (1) An applicant shall complete the licensing orientation available on the department’s website to learn about the licensing process and rules.
2. (2) Upon receipt of a completed Application for License to Operate a Child Care Facility form, a licensing inspection shall be made. See Application for License to Operate a Child Care Facility form, promulgated as of August 2020 and incorporated by reference in this rule. As published by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570 and available by the department at https://health.mo.gov/safety/childcare/forms .php. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendment or additions. If licensing rules are not met within six (6) months, the application shall be void and another application shall be filed.
3. (3) The licensing process shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the facility by the licensing representative.

4. (4) Prior to the granting of a license, the following shall be submitted by the applicant:

   1. (A) A sketch or diagram of the facility showing the arrangement of the rooms, including the location of toilet and handwashing facilities, the kitchen, the office, and the doors. The licensing representative and the applicant shall measure the facility jointly;
   2. (B) A sketch or diagram of the outdoor play area and placement of equipment. The licensing representative and the applicant shall measure the area jointly;

   3. (C) Written policies provided to parents shall include:

      1. 1. Program goals;
      2. 2. Admission, care, and discharge of

children;

1. 3. Narrative description of child care

practices and concepts; and

1. 4. Discipline and guidance policies;
2. (D) A schedule of daily activities for each age group in care (infant/toddler, preschool, and school-age);
3. (E) A sample weekly menu;
4. (F) An itemized list of available materials and equipment to be used by children;
5. (G) A staff sheet;
6. (H) A written disaster and emergency plan;
7. (I) Lines of administrative authority;
8. (J) Sample forms used, other than those supplied by the department;
9. (K) Evidence of compliance with local or state, or both, sanitation requirements;
10. (L) Evidence of compliance, if applicable, with local building and zoning requirements;
11. (M) Documentation as required by the Missouri Secretary of State and state law to verify the legal entity is in good standing if a group child care home or child care center is owned by a legal entity;
12. (N) Written policies and procedures which clearly establish job responsibilities for the director or group home provider;
13. (O) Official verification of the center director or group child care home provider’s education and experience;
14. (P) A written safe sleep policy, if the facility’s application includes children under twelve (12) months of age in the requested age range; and
15. (Q) Other information required by the department to make a determination regarding licensure of the facility.

1. (5) Prior to the granting of a license, the provider shall meet the requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety.
2. (6) Medical examination reports for all adults working in the facility, as required by 19 CSR 30-62.122 Medical Examination Reports, shall be on file at the facility and available for review.
3. (7) Medical examination reports shall be on file at the facility within thirty (30) days following the admission of each infant, toddler, or preschool child as required by 19 CSR 30- 62.122 Medical Examination Reports. A health report for school-age children shall be on file as required by 19 CSR 30-62.122.
4. (8) Enrollment information for each child shall be on file at the facility as required by