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(1) Written, signed and dated parental consent is required prior to the administration of any prescription or over the counter medication or administration of special medical procedures. (a) All medications shall be used only for the child for whom the medication is labeled. (b) Medications shall not be given in excess of the recommended dose. (c) Prescribed special medical procedures ordered for a specific child shall be written, signed and dated by a physician or other legally authorized healthcare provider. (2) Storage of medications. (a) All medications shall be kept in their original labeled containers and have child protective caps. The child’s first and last name shall be on all medications. (b) All medications shall be stored in a separate locked container under proper conditions of sanitation, temperature, light, and moisture. (c) Discontinued and expired medications shall not be used and shall be returned to the parent or disposed of in a safe manner. (3) Medication log. (a) For each medication that is administered by a staff person, a log shall be kept including the child’s name, the name of the medication, dosage, date, time and name of person administering the medication. This information shall be logged immediately following the administration of the medication. (4) Medication errors. (a) Medication errors (e.g. failure to administer a medication at the prescribed time, administer- ing an incorrect dosage of medication or administering the wrong medication) shall be recorded in the child’s record. (b) Written documentation that the medication was given shall be provided to the parent. (c) The parent shall be immediately notified of a medication error or a suspected adverse reaction to a medication. E. First aid kit (1) A first aid kit shall be available for the treatment of minor cuts and abrasions and shall be stored in a location inaccessible to children. F. Diapering (1) Diaper changing procedures shall be consistent with those recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2) Diapering surfaces shall be clean, seamless, waterproof and sanitary. (3) Blood contaminated materials and diapers shall be discarded in a plastic bag with a secure tie. Surfaces contaminated with blood or blood-containing body fluids shall be cleaned with an approved solution of chlorine bleach and water. (4) Individual disposable wipes shall be used at each diaper change and shall be placed in a plastic-lined, covered container and disposed of properly, and kept out the reach of children. (5) Soiled disposable diapers and disposable wipes shall be kept in a closed, labeled hands-free operated, plastic lined receptacle within reach of diaper changing area separate from other trash. Soiled non-disposable diapers shall be kept in a sealed plastic bag after feces shall be disposed of through the sewage. (6) Staff shall check diapers and clothing at a frequency that ensures prompt changing of diapers and clothing. (7) No child shall be left unattended while being diapered. G. Staff health (1) The operator shall maintain the following records in the group child care home for her- self/himself, staff, emergency person(s) and household members: (a) Medical statements required by the Department and completed by the staff person verifying that his/her health is satisfactory. Medical statements shall be updated as necessary; and