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CCDF regulations and the Child Care Subsidy Provider Agreement applies for all licensed providers with a CCDF agreement and all licensed-exempt providers.

-- Describe any variations based on the age of the children in care N/A

-- Describe if relatives are exempt from this requirement Relatives are not exempt from this requirement, it is outlined on their provider agreement.

5. Building and physical premises safety, including the identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury, such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic -- Provide a brief summary of how this standard is defined (i.e., what is the standard, content covered, practices required, etc.) Physical environment standards include water and sewer requirements, appropriate square footage, safe, clean and functional space for child care, fencing, and outdoor space. Physical environment standards must be designed, constructed, and maintained in a manner that is safe, clean, and functional for child care.

-- List all citations for these requirements, including those for licensed and license- exempt providers For Licensed providers:391 NAC 1-006.24; 391 NAC 2-006.24; and 391 NAC 3- 006.31.

The Child Care Subsidy Program held a public hearing on October 25, 2019. A second public hearing is required and pending a hearing date. Health and safety standards and training requirements are in the draft regulations for Title 392.

To meet compliance with the Health and Safety requirements while regulations are pending, the Lead Agency in assistance with their legal department revised the Child Care Subsidy Provider Agreement. This agreement outlines the required Health and Safety standards and training requirements for each Subsidy program is to adhere by. Nebraska Page 158 of 314