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S. Required Reporting (1) The Informal Provider shall report or cause to be reported the following to the Department within twenty-four (24) hours or the next work day: (b) Communicable Diseases. Any cases or suspected cases of notifiable communicable diseases (COVID-19, Tuberculosis, Measles, etc.) or any viruses or illnesses identified during a public health emergency, immediately to the Department and to the local County Health Department as required by the rules of the Georgia Department of Public Health, 511-2-1 Notification of Disease. (d) Serious illness or injury requiring hospitalization or professional medical attention other than first aid of a child while in the care of the program.

T. Diapering (1) Handwashing Sink. A hand washing sink with running heated water shall be located adjacent to the diapering area. (2) Diaper Changing Surface. If diapers are changed on a diaper changing table/surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper change surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel. Infants and children shall not be left unattended while being diapered or having their clothes changed on the diaper changing surface. (3) Location of Diapering Area. The area used for diapering shall not be used for food preparation. It must be clear of formulas, food, food utensils and food preparation items. U. Safe Sleep Requirements (2) Crib Mattress. A mattress shall be provided for each crib and shall be firm, tight-fitting without gaps, at least two inches (2") thick and covered with waterproof, washable material. Before a change of occupant, each mattress shall be cleaned with a disinfectant. (3) Crib Sheet. Each crib shall have only an individual, tight-fitting sheet which is changed daily or more often as needed and prior to a change of occupant. CAPS Policy Manual 6.6 Child’s Immunization Requirements (1) Current immunizations are required for children to receive CAPS. (3) A Certificate of Immunization is required to be kept in the CAPS case record for all non-school aged children who are receiving care through an informal provider. DPH Rules and Regulations: Chapter 511-2-2.02 (a) Except as otherwise provided, immunization against the following diseases shall be required of all children entering a school or childcare facility operating in the state: (1) Diphtheria; (2) Haemophilus influenzae type B (not required on or after the fifth birthday); (3) Hepatitis A; (4) Hepatitis B; (5) Measles; (6) Meningitis; (7) Mumps; (8) Pertussis;