Ministry of Community and Social Services



Ministry Foster Care Licensing RequirementsPhysical Safety Requirements (section 0403-02):Updated January 2020The licensee (Carpe Diem) must ensure that foster children are placed in homes free from hazards.The following should be considered when determining the suitability of the foster parents’ or applicant’s home in relation to the age or capabilities of a child:The following has been inspected:___Cigarette butts, matches, or other dangerous objects are inaccessible to children___Steps or railings are sturdy, appropriately spaced, and in good repair___Toxic plants are inaccessible to children___Extension cords are in good repair___Electrical outlets are covered and not overloaded___Balcony doors are secured___Electrical appliances and cords are out of children’s reach___Cleaning materials are inaccessible to children or kept in locked cabinets___Drugs and medications are locked up___2 fire extinguishers are accessible and in good working condition___Carbon monoxide detector___Flashlight___Toys are safe, clean and in good repair___Decorative mobiles are out of reach___Handles of pots are kept away from the edge of the stove___Floor coverings provide adequate comfort and safety___Radiators, hot water pipes, fireplaces are covered___Smoke detector is installed on each level & in all sleeping areas and are in working order___Knives, scissors and other sharp instruments are kept out of children’s reach___Halls and stairways are well-lit and free of objects___Exits and stairways are secured to protect children___General housekeeping standards are consistent with the community norms___Safety locks are on windows and screen for the protection of children___Cords from blinds and drapes are inaccessible to young children___Rugs are properly secured to prevent falls or mishaps___ All cleaning materials should be properly identified and labelled. Empty containers with permanent labels and descriptions should not be reused for other substances or as toys.___Cleaning fluids should not be accessible to children. Fluids should not be left at the floor level in utility rooms or washrooms.___Alcoholic beverages should be inaccessible to minors.___Video Policy___All firearms and weapons must be made inoperable when not in use and inaccessible to children at all times. Firearms should be stored unloaded, and separately from the ammunition. Ammunition should be locked-up.___ Check lint drawer in dryer as well as dryer vent outside___ Check furnace filter___Foster Homes should have a readily available first aid kit and manual. Foster parents should have training in first aid. Suggested kit items may include:Roller bandages 25.4 mm (1in)Roller bandages 51.2 mm (2 in)Large gauze pressure dressingsSterile gauze bandagesSterile surgical padsWaterproof adhesive tapeAdhesive stripsTriangular bandagesA box of cotton-tipped applicatorsRubbing alcoholAntiseptic soapSafety pinsSharp needleBlunt nosed scissorsThermometer (fever strip)Hot water bottleIce pack_____Fire Plan is posted and copy is in file_____ Reviewed I.R.’s_____ Reviewed Level 2 S.O.’s_____ Reviewed Level 1 S.O.’s Media Involvement_____ Reviewed CAS Investigations Procedures_____ Reviewed Medication Polices p 66-74 High Risk p86_____ Reviewed Website_____ Reviewed Manual_____ Reviewed On-Call Procedures_____ Reviewed Medical Treatment Form_____ Reviewed Relief Log_____ Reviewed Relief Information_____ Reviewed Policy and Procedures for Administration of Psychotropic Drugs_____Duty to Report p 80_____Infant Sleep Safety_____Car Seat GuidelinesAll items reviewed with ________________________________________________Dated ______________________________________________________________________________________Foster ParentFoster Parent____________________________________Completed by: ................
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