POLICY:
Clean, sanitary drinking water is readily available indoor and outdoor throughout the day.
PROCEDURES:
- Drinking water must be available in classrooms, on the playground and any other play area used by the children and staff.
- Children should be allowed to serve themselves as needed. Each child’s water needs will vary depending on the time of day, activity level and temperature.
- Drinking fountains, where available, must be properly cleaned/sanitized on a regular basis and properly maintained for drainage and sufficient pressure.
- Water is not to be used as a substitute for milk at meals or snacks.
- The classroom schedule will reflect a designated water break.
- All sources for drinking water is tested for lead levels every three years.
Forms and Additional Guidance:
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This policy complies with the following |
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| Head Start Program Performance Standard: | 1302.44 (a)(2)(ix) | |
| ODJFS Child Care Manual: | 5101:2-12-22 | |
| CACFP Regulation: | Healthy Hungry Free Kids Act | |
| Caring for Our Children: | ||
| Other Sources: | ||
| Effective Date: | 8/7/17 | Reviewed Date: | 6/21/22 | ||
| Approved By Policy Council: | 8/7/17 | Revision Approved By Policy Council: |