(a) General.  The equipment required in this subsection assists the caregiver in providing for each child's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.

• (1) A variety of equipment is accessible to all children on a daily basis and can be rotated for children's use.
• (2) Equipment is:
• (A) complete, sturdy, and in good working condition;
• (B) maintained in a safe and sanitary condition;
• (C) lead free, as in crayons and paint;
• (D) of appropriate size and type to meet the developmental needs of the age group; and
• (E) provided in quantities proportionate to the number of children in each age group and the number of children for which the center is licensed.
• (3) Sleeping equipment and bedding complies with the requirements in OAC 340:110-3-25.5.
• (4) Indoor climbing equipment over four feet high has impact-absorbing mats in fall zones that extend a minimum of six feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment.
• (5) Caregivers monitor play equipment for potential hazards, for example, splinters, loose parts, and sharp edges.
• (6) Toys or objects with removable parts with a diameter less than 1-1/4 inch, toys with sharp points or edges, toys with strings, plastic bags, styrofoam objects and rubber balloons are not accessible to children younger than three years of age.
• (7) Infant walkers are prohibited.
• (8) The director constantly reevaluates equipment as enrollment varies.  When the number of children in an age group increases, additional equipment is provided in accordance with the ratios and developmental levels of the children in care contained in the requirements in OAC 340:110-3-14(b) through (g).

(b) Minimum equipment for infants.  When infants are in care the requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one crib, port-a-crib, or playpen with mattress or playpen pad for  each child up to ten months of age.  Mats or cots may be used for children ten months of age and older;
• (B) fitted crib sheets, one per child;
• (C) diaper-changing table;
• (D) adult-height shelf;
• (E) individual adult-size chair for each caregiver;
• (F) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (G) adequate container with tight-fitting lid or moisture-proof bags for soiled or wet diapers or clothing;
• (H) adequate supply of diapers, facial tissue, disposable wipes, bath towels, and wash cloths;
• (I) extra supply of sheets; and
• (J) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents.
• (2) Cribs meet the requirements for safety contained in (A) through (D) of this paragraph.
• (A) Cribs, port-a-cribs, and playpens do not have more than 2 and 3/8-inches between slats and between the side and end panels.
• (B) Decorative cutout areas in crib end panels or decorative knobs on the corner posts, which can entrap a child's head or catch his or her clothing, are prohibited.
• (C) Mattresses and playpen pads are firm and fit the crib, port-a-crib, or playpen snugly with no more than one inch between the mattress and crib.
• (D) Drop-side latches hold sides securely and are not accessible by the child in the crib.
• (3) Mattresses and play pen pads are covered with a durable, washable, waterproof, form-fitting material.
• (4) Mesh-sided cribs and playpens must meet the conditions in (A) through (E) of this paragraph.
• (A) Mesh is less than ¼ inch in size, smaller than the buttons on a baby's clothing.
• (B) Mesh has no tears, holes, or loose threads that could entangle a child.
• (C) Mesh is securely attached to the top rail and floor plate.
• (D) The top rail cover has no tears or holes.
• (E) If staples are used, they are not missing, loose, or exposed.
• (5) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5, Child Care Center Minimum Indoor Equipment Requirements.

(c) Minimum equipment for toddlers.  When toddlers are in care, the requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one crib or playpen with mattress, mat, or cot per child;
• (B) table space with a chair for each child;
• (C) baskets or low open shelves for toy storage;
• (D) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (E)adult-height shelf;
• (F) diaper-changing table;
• (G) adequate container(s) with tight-fitting lid(s) or moisture-proof bags for soiled or wet diapers or clothing;
• (H) sheet and cover, one of each per child;
• (I) adequate supply of diapers, wash cloths, bath towels, facial tissue, and disposable wipes;
• (J) extra supply of sheets and covers; and
• (K) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents.
• (2) Cribs meet the requirements for safety listed in OAC 340:110-3-14(b)(2).
• (3) Mattresses and playpen pads are covered with a durable, washable, waterproof, form-fitting material.
• (4) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5.

(d) Minimum equipment for two-year-olds.  When two-year-old children are in care the requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one cot, bed, or mat per child;
• (B) table space with a chair for each child;
• (C) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (D) baskets or low open shelves for toy storage;
• (E) adequate container with tight-fitting lid or moisture-proof bags for soiled or wet diapers or clothing;
• (F) sheet and cover, one per child;
• (G) extra supply of sheets and covers;
• (H) adequate supply of diapers, wash cloths, bath towels, facial tissue, and disposable wipes;
• (I) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents and
• (J) a place to go, for example, a barrel, tented area, playhouse, or designated quiet area.
• (2) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5.

(e) Minimum equipment for three-year-olds.  When three-year-old children are in care the equipment requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one cot, bed, or mat per child;
• (B) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (C) table space with a chair for each child;
• (D) two linear feet of low open shelves per child in each room for play equipment;
• (E) sheet and cover, one per child;
• (F) extra supply of sheets and covers;
• (G) adequate supply of facial tissue, wash cloths, soap, and towels;
• (H) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents; and
• (I) a place to go, for example, a barrel, tented area, playhouse, bean-bag chair, or designated quiet area.
• (2) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5.

(f) Minimum equipment for four- and five-year-olds.  When four and five-year-old children are in care the requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one cot, bed, or mat per child;
• (B) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (C) table space with a chair, stool, or bench that allows 18 inches for each child;
• (D) two linear feet of low open shelves per child in each room for play equipment;
• (E) sheet and cover, one per child;
• (F) extra supply of sheets and covers;
• (G) adequate supply of facial tissue, wash cloths, soap, and towels;
• (H) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents; and
• (I) a place to go, for example, a barrel, tented area, playhouse, bean-bag chair, or designated quiet area.
• (2) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5.

(g) Minimum equipment for school-age children.  When school-age children are in care the requirements listed in this subsection are met.

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) one cot, bed, or mat with a sheet and cover for children with scheduled nap times or an ill child;
• (B) adequate table and chair space available at any given time;
• (C) assigned individual space for personal belongings;
• (D) two linear feet of shelf space per child which may be at various heights if accessible to children;
• (E) safe storage for ongoing projects and small items;
• (F) adequate supply of facial tissue, wash cloths, soap, towels, and feminine hygiene products; and
• (G) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents.
• (2) Additional equipment is provided in accordance with OKDHS Appendix L-5.