(a) General.  The required equipment will assist staff in providing for the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of each child.

• (1) A variety of equipment shall be accessible to all children on a daily basis.
• (2) Play equipment shall be:
• (A) complete, sturdy and in good working condition;
• (B) maintained in a safe and sanitary condition;
• (C) lead free, e.g., crayons, paint;
• (D) of appropriate size and type to meet the developmental needs of that age group;
• (E) provided in quantities proportionate to the number of children in each age group and the number of children for which the program is licensed.
• (3) Sleeping equipment and bedding shall meet the requirements in 340:110-3-49.1.
• (4) Indoor climbing equipment over four feet high shall have impact-absorbing mats in fall zones.
• (5) To ensure safety, staff shall monitor play equipment for potential hazards, e.g., toys with strings, loose parts, sharp edges, etc.
• (6) The director shall constantly re-evaluate equipment as enrollment varies.

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

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) crib or playpen with mattress, one per child;
• (B) crib sheets and covers, one of each per child;
• (C) high chair, one for every four infants;
• (D) diaper-changing table;
• (E) adult-height shelf;
• (F) individual adult-size chair for each staff person;
• (G) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (H) adequate container with tight-fitting lid or moisture-proof bags for soiled or wet diapers or clothing;
• (I) adequate supply of diapers, facial tissue, disposable wipes or wash cloths, soap, bath towels, etc.;
• (J) extra supply of sheets and covers.
• (2) Cribs shall meet the requirements for safety contained in (A) - (D) of this paragraph.
• (A) Cribs, port-a-cribs and playpens shall not have more than two and 3/8-inches between slats or between the side and end-panels.
• (B) Decorative cutout areas in crib end panels or tall decorative knobs on the corner posts, which can entrap a child's head or catch is or her clothing, are prohibited.
• (C) Mattresses shall fit the crib snugly with no more than one inch between the mattress and crib.
• (D) Drop-side latches shall hold sides securely and not be reachable by the child in the crib.
• (3) Mattresses and playpen pads shall be at least one-inch thick and covered with a durable, washable, water-proof, form-fitting material.

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

• (1) Basic items required are:
• (A) a crib or playpen with mattress, mat or cot, one per child;
• (B) a sheet and cover, one of each per child;
• (C) adequate table and chair space or high chairs as needed for meals and snacks;
• (D) baskets or low open shelves for toy storage;
• (E) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (F) an adult-height shelf;
• (G) a diaper-changing table;
• (H) adequate containers with tight-fitting lids or moisture-proof bags for soiled or wet diapers or clothing; and
• (I) an adequate supply of diapers, wash cloths, soap, bath towels, facial tissue, disposable wipes, extra supply of sheets, covers, etc.
• (2) The program shall comply with crib safety features safety features listed in (b)(2) of this Section.
• (3) Mattresses and playpen pads shall be at least one-inch thick and covered with a durable, washable, water proof, form-fitting material.

(d) Minimum equipment for two-year-olds.  When two-year-old children are in care, the basic items required are:

• (1) a cot, bed or mat with a sheet and cover for each resting or ill child;
• (2) adequate table and chair space as needed for meals and snacks;
• (3) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (4) baskets or low open shelving for toy storage;
• (5) adequate containers with tight-fitting lids for soiled diapers; and
• (6) an adequate supply of diapers, disposable wipes or individual wash cloths, soap, bath towels, facial tissue.

(e) Minimum equipment for three-year-olds.  When three-year-old children are in care, the basic items required are:

• (1) a cot, bed or mat with a sheet or cover, for each resting or ill child (see also 340:110-3-50(a)(2) regarding parents being allowed to provide sleeping equipment);
• (2) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (3) adequate table and chair space as needed for meals and snacks;
• (4) two linear feet of low open shelves per child for play equipment; and
• (5) an adequate supply of facial tissue, disposable wipes or individual wash cloths, soap and towels.

(f) Minimum equipment for four and five-year-olds.  When four and five-year-old children are in care, the basic items required are:

• (1) a cot, bed or mat with a sheet and cover, for each resting or ill child;
• (2) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (3) adequate table and chair space as needed for meals and snacks;
• (4) two linear feet of low open shelves per child for play equipment; and
• (5) an adequate supply of facial tissue, disposable wipes or individual wash cloths, soap and towels.

(g) Minimum equipment for school-age children. When school-age children are in care, the basic items required are:

• (1) a cot, bed or mat with a sheet and cover for each resting or ill child;
• (2) adequate table and chair space as needed for meals and snacks;
• (3) separate individual space for personal belongings;
• (4) two linear feet of shelving space per child which shall be accessible to children and may be at various heights;
• (5) safe storage for on-going projects and small items;
• (6) an adequate supply of facial tissue, disposable wipes or individual wash cloths, soap, towels, and feminine hygiene products; and
• (7) sufficient clothing in various sizes in case of accidents.