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(3) storage of program materials and resources for staff and parents, if applicable;

(4) storage of repair and maintenance supplies;

(5) rest area and meeting space for staff. (f) The provisions of (e) of this section do not require that rooms or areas be assigned exclusively to a single function. (g) A child care facility shall maintain a well-organized environment, arranged so that

(1) children have opportunities to use space, materials, and equipment to optimize learning;

(2) children may use what they can reach most of the time;

(3) children have reasonable freedom of action without recurrent accidents and collisions;

(4) children have a comfortable place for quiet time;

(5) infants may explore safely and freely, to crawl, stand, and learn to walk; and

(6) school-age children have a quiet place to do homework, if needed. (Eff. 6/23/2006, Register 178) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 44.29.020 AS 47.32.010 AS 47.32.030 7 AAC 57.630. Equipment and supplies. (a) A child care facility shall select equipment and supplies to support facility programs so that the amount, variety, arrangement, and use of materials, toys, and equipment available

(1) are appropriate for the developmental needs of the children in care;

(2) meet criteria contained in 7 AAC 57.520(a);

(3) are of sufficient quantity to avoid excessive competition and long waits for use by a child; and

(4) when stored, are stored safely, with at least some of the toys and materials still accessible to children.