Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.1920

Current through Vol. 24-21, December 1, 2024

Section R. 400.1920 - Outdoor play area and equipment

Rule 20.

(1) A child care home shall provide a clean, safe, and hazard free outdoor play area on the premises or within a reasonable walking distance of the home.

(2) The play area size must be 1 of the following:

(a) Not less than 400 square feet for a family child care home.

(b) Not less than 600 square feet for a group child care home.

(3) A licensee shall provide an adequate and varied supply of outdoor play equipment, materials, and furniture that is all of the following:

(a) Appropriate to the developmental needs and interests of children.

(b) Appropriate to the number of children.

(c) Safe and in good repair.

(4) The outdoor play area and equipment must be organized to meet all of the following requirements:

(a) To separate active and quiet activities.

(b) For a clear and unobstructed view of the whole play area.

(c) To ensure that there are safe distances between equipment.

(5) When swings, climbers, slides, and other similar play equipment with a designated play surface above 30 inches are used, they must:

(a) Not be placed over concrete, asphalt, or a similar surface, such as hard-packed dirt or grass.

(b) Be safe, in good repair, and age-appropriate.

(c) Be placed at least 6 feet from the perimeter of other play structures or obstacles.

(6) Trampolines must not be used outdoors by children in care.

(7) Bounce houses are permissible outdoors with direct supervision by a licensee or child care staff member, and pursuant to the manufacturers recommendations.

(8) Children in care shall not be permitted to ride all-terrain vehicles, motor bikes, go-carts, recreational, or other motorized vehicles.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.1920

2005 AACS; 2020 MR 23, Eff. 12/13/2019