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or toxic paint; (c) Placed so as to permit the children’s freedom of movement and to minimize danger of accident and collision; (d) Secured if equipment and furniture is of a weight or mass that could cause injury from tipping, falling, or being pulled or pushed over. Potentially unstable equipment and furniture that might injure a child if not secured include, but are not limited to, televisions, chests of drawers, bookcases, shelving, cabinets and fish tanks. Examples of items not required to be secured include, but are not limited to, child-sized tables and chairs, rocking chairs, and cribs.

J. Policies and Procedures (1) The Informal Provider shall have a written policy regarding the following: (f) The handling and appropriate disposal of bodily fluids and storage of hazardous materials (soiled clothing and bedding);

L. Physical Plant (1) Indoor Storage Areas. Potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies shall be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. Examples of items to be stored include non-food related products under pressure in aerosol dispensing cans, flammable and corrosive materials to include but not limited to heaters and fire places, cleaning supplies, poisons, insecticides, office supplies, weapons, and industrial-sized or commercial buckets with a capacity of three gallons or more or any other similar device with rigid sides which would not tip over if a toddler fell into the container head first. (a) At least one approved smoke detector shall be on each floor of the Home and such detectors shall be maintained and in working order, (b) At least one fire extinguisher shall be kept in the child care area. The extinguisher shall be maintained in working order and shall be inaccessible to the children.

M. Playgrounds (1) Fence or Approved Barriers. Playgrounds shall be protected from traffic or other hazards by a four (4) foot or higher secure fence or other barrier. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area. (2) Equipment. Playground equipment shall provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. The outdoor equipment shall be free from hazards such as, but not limited to, lead- based paint, sharp corners, and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children. Climbing and swinging equipment shall be anchored and have a resilient surface beneath the equipment. The fall-zone from such equipment must be adequately maintained to assure continuing resiliency. (3) Safety and Upkeep of Playground. Playgrounds shall be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to non-resilient surfaces under