1. (1) The provider shall offer a child in care a daily opportunity for rest or sleep in an environment with:

   1. (a) a low noise level;
   2. (b) freedom from distractions; and
   3. (c) subdued lighting.
2. (2) The provider may not schedule a nap or rest time for more than two hours a day.
3. (3) The provider shall use a separate crib, cot, mat, or other sleeping equipment for each child during nap times.
4. (4) The provider shall keep sleeping equipment in good repair, and ensure that any mat and mattress has smooth, waterproof surfaces.

5. (5) The provider shall ensure that each crib:

   1. (a) does not have strings, cords, ropes, or other entanglement hazards on the crib or within reach of the child;
   2. (b) has a tight-fitting mattress;
   3. (c) has at least 20 inches from the top of the mattress to the top of the crib rail, or at least 12 inches from the top of the mattress to the top of the crib rail if the child using the crib cannot sit up without assistance;
   4. (d) has documentation from the manufacturer or retailer stating that the crib was built after June 28, 2011, or that the crib is certified if the crib was manufactured before that date; and
   5. (e) has slats spaced no more than 2-3/8 inches apart.
6. (6) The provider shall place sleeping equipment, including a crib, cot, and mat at least two feet apart when they are in use.
7. (7) The provider shall ensure that sleeping equipment does not block any exit.

8. (8) The provider shall make a sheet and blanket, or acceptable alternative, available to each child 12 months or older during nap time, and ensure that each item is:

   1. (a) clearly assigned to one child;
   2. (b) laundered as needed, but at least once a week, and before use by another child; and
   3. (c) stored separately from other children's bedding.
9. (9) The provider shall clean and sanitize sleeping equipment, that is not clearly assigned to and used by an individual child, before each use.

10. (10) The provider shall:

    1. (a) clean and sanitize sleeping equipment before each use; or
    2. (b) store sleeping equipment in a way the surfaces children sleep on do not touch each other.

KEY: child care facilities, child care, child care centers

Date of Last Change: May 21, 2025

Notice of Continuation: April 14, 2020

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-2-402