DCF exam flashcards Module 1-6

Accident/Medication - answer--Childcare prgrams must document and share with parents all accidetns that occur within the same child on a daily basis -Childcare prgrams are not required to give medicine, and if done they must have permission from parents and the documentation of the perscription Animals/Vermin - answer-If a child care program has animals, they must be properly vaccinated, free from disease, and clean. attendance - answer-the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) Background Screening - answer-Process of looking up and compiling criminal records, commercial records, and financial records of an individual or organization childcare facility - answer-Any child care center or child care arrangement that provides care for more than five children, unrelated to the operator, and that receives a form of payment. class violations - answer-Class 1 violation is a incident of noncompliance that is most serious in nature and may result in death or serious harm to a child, Class 2 violation is a incident that is less serious in nature than a class 1 violation. class 2 might elevate to a class 1 if noncompliance resulted in death or serious harm to a child, Class 3 violation is an incident of noncompliance and is the least serious in nature communicable disease/isolation - answer-A disease that can spread/harm others. Department of Children and Families - answer-provides a spectrum of services to preserve and protect the well being of children and families director - answer-On-site administrator or individual who has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day operation, supervision, and administration of a child care facility Disciplinary Sanctions/Penalties - answer-imposing an administrative fine converting an annual license to provisional or probationary status denying, suspending or revoking a license fail by false statement, misrepresent, impersonate, or act in fraudulent means on an application for licensure or employment operate or attempt to operate a program without being licensed operate under a license that has been suspended revoked or terminated misrepresent by act or omission to be licensed make any misrepresentation by act or omission regarding licensure or operation of a child care program to a family member make any misrepresentation to a licensing authority or representative of a law enforcement agency discipline - answer-not limited to hitting, demanding excessive exersize, eating soap. exposure to extreme temperatures, harsh handiling of children dishwashing - answer-1. Pre-rinsing or scraping 2. Washing 3. Rinsing 4. Sanitizing 5. Air Drying Drop In Childcare - answer-a licensed program providing care for children while families are on the premises. Enrollment Records - answer-Obtain enrollment information on the Child Care Application for Enrollment form or an equivalent form for the child's parent or guardian prior to accepting the child into the program Ethics - answer-the principles of right and wrong that guide an individual in making decisions Evening Child Care - answer-child care provided during the evening hours, which are defined as 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Federal Laws - answer-laws that apply to the entire country field trip requirements - answer-Notify parents, Include date, time, and location, Obtain written permission, Maintain parental permission, ensure the lead caregiver of the trip has the contact information of each child Fire Safety/Emergency Drills - answer-exit areas must not be blocked at any times and fire extinguishers must be properly installed, during drills notify families and provide updates about the emergency and meet the needs of all children first aid kit - answer-A set of tools that you use for a simple medical treatment that is given as soon as possible. Florida Administrative Code (FAC) - answer-Regulation is a law, rule, ordinance, or other order prescribed by authority. Florida Statutes/ State Laws - answer-A Bill passed by the Florida Legislature. A permanent collection of these rules is found in the Florida Administrative code. food preperation areas - answer--Area that is labeled with proper head coveringsand disposable items used to prevent the spread of germs and extra contact with food. -Typically not accessible to children and always clean Food Storage/Safety - answer-Cold foods must be kept at or below 41 degrees F, Hot Foods must be kept at or above 135 degrees F. Gold Seal Quality Care - answer-recognition of child care facilities that have been accredited by an approved accrediting association Handwashing/Diapering - answer-wash hands when you arrive at program, before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting or diapering, before and after administering medication, before preparing food, after serving food, after handling animals, and after cleaning, when diapers, clothing, or linens become soiled or wet they must be changed immediately Harmful Materials - answer-All potentially harmful items must be labeled and used according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Potentially dangerous materials must be stored in a locked area or be inaccessible and out of the reach of children at all times. Immunizations/health records - answer-Health records are the property of the families and must be returned if the child withdraws and moves to another program. Indoor and outdoor equipment - answer-Outdoor must have a minimum of 6 inches in depth of loose ground coveer indoor space - answer-Minimum of 35 square feet of usable indoor space for each child. it is required to have a minimum of 20 square feet of usable indoor space for each child. Infant feeding and food handling - answer--Formula and breast milk must be stored, prepared, and discarded properly -If a c