15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.4.5

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 15-11-55-3.4.5 - Serious Occurrences Involving Children

The childcare family home must report to the licensing agency, notify the child's parents, and place a copy in the child's record immediately after the serious occurrence. If the family home is unable to contact the parent, documentation should be recorded in the record. Written reports must be submitted within two days of the occurrence. Examples of serious occurrences may include the following:

1. Any incident that results in a child requiring a visit to a medical professional or hospitalization.

2. Alleged abuse, neglect, or inappropriate physical contact with child or adult

3. A lost or unsupervised child

4. Transportation incident or accident

5. Death

6. Incorrect medication given to a child or children

7. Physical altercation between adults on the premises.

8. Any other incident that poses a danger to the life, health, and/or well-being of a child, children, or staff member at the family home

15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.4.5

Adopted 11/14/2024