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3. Approved Relative providers understand their own children and any other child younger than thirteen (13) years of age residing in the provider’s home are considered to be in care. The provider must have children’s records for these children in addition to the related children in the provider’s care;

4. Approved Relative and In-home providers understand the requirement for completing health and safety training within three (3) months of the effective date of their CCAP participation approval. The required trainings cover: a. Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunization; b. Prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and the use of safe sleeping practices; c. Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; d. Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; e. Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; f. Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; g. Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster, or a man-caused event; h. Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio-contaminants; i. Precautions in transporting children; j. Pediatric first aid and CPR; and k. Minimum health and safetytraining.

5. Understanding of the requirements to provide the family: at least ten (10) business day’s written notice before ending care for the family’s children; at least a thirty (30) calendar day written notice prior to implementing an increase in their rates for services; and/or notice prior to closing for more than seven (7) consecutive days in a month and care authorized will be changed; 6. Understanding of the reporting requirements and how to report changes to include instances of abuse or neglect; and Licensed providers understand which information is reported to their Licensing Specialist and/orDesignee;