Md. Code Regs. 13A.16.09.04 - Rest Furnishings
A.
There shall be:
(1) A suitable cot or mat for
each child 12 months old to 5 years old present in the center for more than 4
hours, and for children 5 years old or older who regularly take rest periods in
the center;
(2) A suitable bed for
each child who is 12 months old or older and who is present in the center
during those hours which are usual nighttime sleep hours for that
child;
(3) An adequate supply of
clean bedding provided for each child who takes rest periods at the center;
and
(4) A crib with a snugly
fitting mattress, moisture-proof mattress covering, and tight fitting sheet for
each child in the center who is:
(a) Younger
than 12 months old; or
(b) An
infant 12 months old or older or a toddler, if the child's parent requests a
crib.
B. When
in use, all cots, mats, and beds shall be appropriately spaced to facilitate
safe movement and evacuation of staff and children.
C. Each crib shall meet the standards of the
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
D. Stackable cribs may not be used.
E. Each crib in use shall be placed so that:
(1) It presents at least one long side
without a wall, plexiglass panel, or other solid barrier;
(2) Unless separated from an adjacent crib by
a solid barrier, it does not rest against the other crib; and
(3) There is a space of at least 3 feet if
placed side-to-side and 18 inches if placed end-to-end between two adjacent
cribs that are not separated by a solid barrier.
F. Soft bedding items, including but not
limited to pillows, quilts, comforters, and crib bumpers, may not be used as
rest furnishings for a child using a crib.
G. A child under 12 months who falls asleep
in a furnishing other than a crib shall be moved immediately to an approved
sleeping arrangement specified at §A of this regulation.
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