Fire: other; requirements for certain child care organizations and procedures for certain investigations; modify and make other revisions to 1973 PA 116. Amends secs. 2, 3, 5n, 10 & 11c of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.112 et seq.).
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Overview
This bill updates regulations for child care organizations in Michigan, primarily focusing on fire safety and investigations. It requires the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to develop and implement rules for child care organizations, including establishing committees to review and revise those rules. The bill also outlines procedures for investigating child care facilities, particularly regarding staff background checks and compliance with fire safety standards, and allows for temporary operation at unlicensed locations during emergencies.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to develop and implement rules for child care organizations.
- Establishes ad hoc committees to review and revise child care rules, including representatives from various groups and agencies.
- Mandates background checks for child care staff, including criminal history checks and searches of national sex offender registries.
- Outlines procedures for inspecting child care facilities and reporting findings.
- Allows for temporary operation of child care facilities at unlicensed locations during disasters, with specific requirements for inspections and licensing.
- Specifies rules regarding the maintenance of records pertaining to children in care.
- Addresses discipline of children within child care settings.
- Details requirements for transportation safety within child care operations.
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