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.

1. (1) Licensing Authority.

   1. (A) According to section 210.221, RSMo, the department has the authority to issue uniform rules deemed necessary and proper to establish standards of service and care to be rendered by the provider. To implement the rules, the department shall be responsible for inspecting, evaluating and licensing all group day care homes and child day care centers.
   2. (B) The department or any other agency of Missouri that the department asks to assist it is authorized to make an inspection and investigation of any proposed or operating child care facility, and of any personnel connected with that facility to the extent that this inspection and investigation is required to determine if the facility will be, or is being, operated in accordance with state statutes and licensing rules for group day care homes and day care centers.

2. (2) Persons Subject to Licensure.

   1. (A) Any person(s) planning to offer day care for more than four (4) unrelated children at any one (1) time, except those coming under the exceptions of the law, shall apply for licensure and meet the requirements of the licensing rules before accepting more than four (4) unrelated children for care.
   2. (B) Group day care homes shall meet all the requirements of these rules unless otherwise indicated in these rules.
   3. (C) Licensing rules shall not apply to children related to the owner(s) of the facility as defined in 19 CSR 40-62.010(17). In order to document the exemption for related children, identifying information shall be on file at the facility on related children as required by 19 CSR 40-62.132 Admission Policies and Procedures.
   4. (D) In an incorporated facility, the exemption for related children does not apply since a corporation cannot have relatives.

3. (3) Licensing Process.

   1. (A) Upon receipt of an inquiry regarding day care licensing, an interview shall be held to discuss the licensing rules and the licensing process.
   2. (B) Upon receipt of a completed application for license on the form provided by the department, a licensing investigation shall be made. If licensing rules are not met within six (6) months, the application shall be void and another application shall be filed.
   3. (C) The licensing investigation shall include an inspection of the entire premises of the facility by the licensing representative.

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

      1. 1. 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;

1. 2. A sketch or diagram of the outdoor

play area and placement of equipment. The licensing representative and the applicant shall measure the area jointly;

1. 3. Written policies pertaining to the pro-

gram goals, admission, care and discharge of children;

1. 4. A schedule of daily activities for each

age group in care (infant/toddler, preschool and school-age);

1. 5. A sample weekly menu;
2. 6. An itemized list of available materials

and equipment to be used by children;

1. 7. A written narrative description of

child care practices and concepts, including discipline and guidance policies;

1. 8. A staff sheet;
2. 9. If a facility is not incorporated, the

names and addresses of two (2) references not related to the applicant who have knowledge of the applicant’s character, experience and ability;

1. 10. If a group day care home is incor-

porated, the names and addresses of two (2) references for the officer designated to be responsible for the daily operation of the facility and to meet the requirements of the group day care home provider. The references shall not be related to the officer designated by the corporation;

1. 11. Sample forms used, other than those

supplied by the department;

1. 12. Evidence of compliance with local

or state, or both, sanitation requirements;

1. 13. Evidence of compliance, if applica-

ble, with local building and zoning requirements;

1. 14. If the facility is incorporated,

Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Incorporation and the Annual Registration Report (if applicable) as issued by the Missouri secretary of state;

1. 15. Written policies and procedures

which clearly establish job responsibilities and lines of administrative authority. This shall include a statement of the kind and extent of authority and the duties delegated to the director employed to carry out the program;

1. 16. Official verification of the center

director or group day care home provider’s education and experience; and

1. 17. Other information required by the

department to make a determination regarding licensure of the facility.

1. (E) Prior to the granting of a license, the provider shall meet the requirements of 19 CSR 30-62.087 Fire Safety.
2. (F) Medical examination reports for all adults working in the facility, as required by