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(a) Poisons or harmful agents shall be kept locked, stored in the original containers, labeled and inaccessible to children. (b) Poisons or harmful agents shall be purchased in childproof containers, if available. (c) Play materials, including arts and crafts, shall be non-poisonous. (d) Poisonous plants are not permitted. (e) Pesticides shall be of a type applied by a licensed exterminator in a manner approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Pesticides shall be used in strict compliance with label instructions and should not be used while children are present. Pesticide containers shall be prominently and distinctly marked or labeled for easy identification of contents and stored in a secure site accessible only to authorized staff. (2) Water hazards. (a) Swimming pools located at the center or used by the center shall conform to the regulations of DHEC for construction, use, and maintenance. (b) Swimming pools, stationary wading pools and other water sources such as ditches, streams, ponds, and lakes shall be made inaccessible to children by a secure fence that is at least 4 feet high; exits and entrances shall have self-closing, positive latching gates with locking devices; (c) Children shall not be permitted in hot tubs, spas, or saunas. (d) Children shall not be permitted to play in areas where there are swimming pools or other water sources without constant supervision. (3) Firearms, weapons, and ammunition are not permitted in the center or on the premises without the express permission of the authorities in charge of the premises or property. This does not apply to a guard, law enforcement officer, or member of the armed forces, or student of military science. (4) Animals: The following requirements apply in regard to animals: (a) Healthy animals which present no apparent threat to the health and safety of the children shall be permitted, provided they are cleaned properly housed, fed and cared for and have had required vaccinations, as appropriate. Live animals shall be excluded from areas where food for human consumption is stored, prepared or served; (b) Animals shall not be permitted if a child in the room or area is allergic to the specific type of animal; (c) Animal litter and waste shall not be accessible to children; and (d) Reptiles and rodents shall not be accessible to children without adult supervision. HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 29, Issue No. 6, eff June 24, 2005. 114–527. Meal Requirements and Preparation, Serving, Storage and Protection of Food Supplies, Utensils and Equipment. A. Meal requirements (1) If food is provided by the facility, the following requirements shall be met: (a) Daily menus shall be dated and posted in a conspicuous location in public view; (b) Meals and snacks provided shall be in compliance with the USDA Child Care Food Program Guidelines. Centers that do not provide overnight care shall serve at least one meal and at least one snack that meet USDA Child Care Food Program Guidelines. Centers providing care between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and midnight shall additionally meet USDA Child Care Food Program Guidelines in serving dinner and at least one additional snack. Meal components and serving sizes shall be in accordance with these guidelines; (c) Only Grade A pasteurized fluid milk and fluid milk products may be given to any child less than 24 months old, except with a written permission from the child’s health provider; (d) Whole milk may not be served to children less than 12 months of age, except with a written permission from the child’s health provider; and (e) Reconstituted milk shall not be served to any child, regardless of age.