DCF REVIEW MODULES 1-6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
animals/vermin - CORRECT ANSWERS animals must be in a clean cage,
properly vaccinated, and free from disease; families must be notified in writing if
the program has animals
harmful materials - CORRECT ANSWERS must be labeled and inaccessible
to the children
room requirements and capacity - CORRECT ANSWERS -adequate lighting
-screens required when doors or windows are left open
-inside temp. of 65 degrees to 82 degrees (F)
-capacity is based on the maximum number of children that may be cared for in
the program at one time
indoor space - CORRECT ANSWERS minimum of 35 sq. ft. of usable indoor
space for each child; if licensed before Oct. 1, 1992 and remained continuously
licensed, then minimum of 20 sq. ft.
outdoor space and square feet requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS outdoor
area must have a fence 4 feet or higher and be safe and sanitary; 45 sq. ft. per
child, and half of capacity must be able to play at one time
napping requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS floor mats: impermeable
surface, one inch thick, and cleaned after each use
linens: one child - wash weekly; more than one child - wash after each use
,DCF REVIEW MODULES 1-6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
children must be 18 inches apart
children unable to roll over must be placed on their backs to sleep to prevent
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
restrooms - CORRECT ANSWERS 1 restroom and sink for the first 15
children, and 1 more of each for each additional 30 children; 1 toilet and two
sinks for every 30 infants if only diapered infants are in care
-must be cleaned a minimum of once per day or as needed
-must have running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable
towels or hand-drying machines that are accessible to the children
-every child care facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath
facility in case a child needs to be bathed
fire safety/emergency drills - CORRECT ANSWERS -exit areas must be
clearly identified and never blocked
-monthly emergency drills must be conducted at various dates and times with
children
-the program must have at least one dedicated, operable corded phone accessible
to personnel at all times during hours of operation
food preparation area - CORRECT ANSWERS -clean & free of dust, dirt, food
particles, and grease deposits
-a labeled, separate handwashing station with disposable towels (or hand dryer)
, DCF REVIEW MODULES 1-6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
-disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items must be used to prevent contact with
ready-to-eat foods
food storage - CORRECT ANSWERS proper food storage is critical to prevent
food contamination, insect or rodent infestation, and food-borne illnesses
-cold foods must be kept at or below 41 degrees (F)
-hot foods must be kept at or above 135 degrees (F)
food safety - CORRECT ANSWERS -infant food must be cut into 1/4 inch or
smaller pieces
-toddler food must be cut into 1/2 inch pieces or smaller
-raw fruits and veggies must be washed thoroughly before serving or cooking
-home-canned food, homegrown eggs, and recalled food items may not be served
-unpasteurized milk and juice can only be served with written permission
menus/"special diet" - CORRECT ANSWERS -parents and guardians must be
notified in advance of a food-related activity so that written permission for
participation is obtained
-if a child requires a special diet, a copy of the physician's order and a sample
meal plan must be maintained in the child's file and followed
dishwashing - CORRECT ANSWERS 1) pre-rinsing or scraping
2) washing
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
animals/vermin - CORRECT ANSWERS animals must be in a clean cage,
properly vaccinated, and free from disease; families must be notified in writing if
the program has animals
harmful materials - CORRECT ANSWERS must be labeled and inaccessible
to the children
room requirements and capacity - CORRECT ANSWERS -adequate lighting
-screens required when doors or windows are left open
-inside temp. of 65 degrees to 82 degrees (F)
-capacity is based on the maximum number of children that may be cared for in
the program at one time
indoor space - CORRECT ANSWERS minimum of 35 sq. ft. of usable indoor
space for each child; if licensed before Oct. 1, 1992 and remained continuously
licensed, then minimum of 20 sq. ft.
outdoor space and square feet requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS outdoor
area must have a fence 4 feet or higher and be safe and sanitary; 45 sq. ft. per
child, and half of capacity must be able to play at one time
napping requirements - CORRECT ANSWERS floor mats: impermeable
surface, one inch thick, and cleaned after each use
linens: one child - wash weekly; more than one child - wash after each use
,DCF REVIEW MODULES 1-6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
children must be 18 inches apart
children unable to roll over must be placed on their backs to sleep to prevent
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
restrooms - CORRECT ANSWERS 1 restroom and sink for the first 15
children, and 1 more of each for each additional 30 children; 1 toilet and two
sinks for every 30 infants if only diapered infants are in care
-must be cleaned a minimum of once per day or as needed
-must have running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable
towels or hand-drying machines that are accessible to the children
-every child care facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath
facility in case a child needs to be bathed
fire safety/emergency drills - CORRECT ANSWERS -exit areas must be
clearly identified and never blocked
-monthly emergency drills must be conducted at various dates and times with
children
-the program must have at least one dedicated, operable corded phone accessible
to personnel at all times during hours of operation
food preparation area - CORRECT ANSWERS -clean & free of dust, dirt, food
particles, and grease deposits
-a labeled, separate handwashing station with disposable towels (or hand dryer)
, DCF REVIEW MODULES 1-6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2025/2026 A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION WITH
100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR
SUCCESS
-disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items must be used to prevent contact with
ready-to-eat foods
food storage - CORRECT ANSWERS proper food storage is critical to prevent
food contamination, insect or rodent infestation, and food-borne illnesses
-cold foods must be kept at or below 41 degrees (F)
-hot foods must be kept at or above 135 degrees (F)
food safety - CORRECT ANSWERS -infant food must be cut into 1/4 inch or
smaller pieces
-toddler food must be cut into 1/2 inch pieces or smaller
-raw fruits and veggies must be washed thoroughly before serving or cooking
-home-canned food, homegrown eggs, and recalled food items may not be served
-unpasteurized milk and juice can only be served with written permission
menus/"special diet" - CORRECT ANSWERS -parents and guardians must be
notified in advance of a food-related activity so that written permission for
participation is obtained
-if a child requires a special diet, a copy of the physician's order and a sample
meal plan must be maintained in the child's file and followed
dishwashing - CORRECT ANSWERS 1) pre-rinsing or scraping
2) washing
