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(h) Trash disposal and sewage system construction and usage shall be in accordance with local standards and ordinances. (i) The use of child care room, bathroom, or kitchen sinks for cleaning of trash receptacles or cleaning equipment is prohibited. (9) Doors. (a) Protective gates shall be of the type that do not block emergency entrances and exits and that prevent finger pinching and head or limb entrapment. (10) Landings, stairs, handrails and railings. (a) Children shall not have access to a door that swings open to a descending stairwell or outside steps, unless there is a landing that is at least as wide as the doorway at the top of the stairs. (b) Each ramp and each interior stairway and outside steps exceeding two steps shall be equipped with a secure handrail at the height appropriate for the sizes of the children at the center. (c) Stairs shall have a nonskid surface. (d) Each porch and deck that has over an 18-inch drop shall have a well-secured railing. (e) Interior stairs that are not enclosed shall have a barrier to prevent falls. (11) Electrical sources. (a) The center shall be connected with an electrical source. (b) Electrical outlets and fixtures shall be connected to the electrical source in a manner that meets local electrical codes, as certified by an electrical code inspector. (c) Electrical outlets shall be securely covered with childproof covers or safety plugs when not in use in all areas accessible to children. (d) No electrical device accessible to children shall be located so that it could be plugged into the outlet while in contact with a water source, such as sinks, tubs, shower areas, or swimming/wading pools unless ground fault devices are utilized. (12) Bathrooms. (a) There shall be at least one flush toilet for every 20 children over two years of age. Staff shall be included when determining availability of toilets if there are no staff rest rooms. (b) If seat adapters are used for toilet training, they shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. (c) Toilet training equipment shall be provided to children who are being toilet trained. (d) There shall be at least one sink with hot and cold running water under pressure for every 20 children over two years of age. Sinks shall be located in or near each toilet area. (e) Toilets and sinks shall be at heights accessible to the children using them or shall be equipped with safe and sturdy platforms or steps. (f) Privacy shall be provided for toilets used by preschool and school age children. (g) Floor and wall surfaces in the toilet area shall have smooth, washable surfaces. Carpeting is not permitted in the toilet area. (h) Toilets, toilet seat adapters, sinks, and restrooms shall be cleaned at least daily and shall be in good repair. (i) Liquid or granular soap and disposable towels shall be provided at each sink. (j) Children shall not be left unattended in a bathtub or shower. (k) Easily cleanable receptacles shall be provided for waste material. Toilet rooms used by women shall be provided with at least one covered waste receptacle. (l ) Bathroom facilities shall be completely enclosed. B. Outdoor space (1) The director shall provide at least seventy-five (75) square feet of outdoor play space per child. Where outdoor space is insufficient at the center, the director and/or staff may take the children