Primary caregivers are also responsible for:
(1) Initiating background checks on caregivers, household
members, and anyone else who requires a background check, as specified
in Chapter 745, Subchapter F of this title (relating to Background
Checks);
(2) Obtaining from parents, when admitting a child
into care:
(A) The child's name and date of birth;
(B) The parent's home address and telephone number;
(C) The names of other persons the child may be released
to;
(D) A list of each food a child is allergic too, possible
symptoms if the child is exposed to the food, and the steps to take
if the child has an allergic reaction; and
(E) Authorization to give the child medication, if
applicable;
(3) Ensuring the following regarding the number of
children in care at the home or away from the home:
(A) The number of children not related to the primary
caregiver never exceeds three; and
(B) The total number of children, both related and
not related to the primary caregiver, never exceeds 12; and
(4) Ensuring parents can visit your home any time during
the hours of operation to observe their child, without having to secure
prior approval.
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