Let's take a look at these examples: Requirements are what need to be done in order to achieve the need or goal. Another way to understand the difference: Needs are high-level requirements that are segregated into lower-level and more detailed requirements.
Family Day Care and Group Family Day Care (Home-based) — Information for Operators. Home-based programs provide care to children on a regular basis for more than three hours per day per child. These programs are regulated by the State's Office of Children and Family Services.
Child Care Center Checklist Is the program licensed? Does the program provide safe and reliable transportation? If so, are drivers licensed and insured? Are children properly restrained in the appropriate car safety seat that is appropriate for their weight and age? Are there clear check-in and check-out procedures?
Type A:This is the most serious type of violation that means there is an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights of those in care. Examples: lack of supervision, lack of fire clearance and access to dangerous chemicals.
To report possible child abuse or neglect, please call the Child Abuse Intake Hotline at 1-855-323-3237. Go to the Online File a Complaint Form. Call Sue Kirkham, the CCL Complaint Investigator, at 801-707-4188 or call any CCL staff.
Look for aggression, moodiness, sadness, insecurity issues, anger, and sexual. If any of these are noticed, that's a red flag. Also, Ask the sitter questions, to see if they jive with what your child tells you. Also, check to make sure they're following your instructions on things.
To verify the accreditation and licensing status of a child care center near you or to see if a provider has past complaints or violations, you may visit your state's Department of Licensing.