Diaper Changing Procedures

[lovemykidstoo]

Hey check this out. This was further down on that link.

"If diapers and diapering supplies are disposed of inside the home, to
comply with subrule (g) of this rule, a plastic-lined, tightly covered container
that is used exclusively for these items must be used. It is also
acceptable to dispose of diapers and diaper supplies directly into an
outside garbage container."

So I guess I can use the outside trash can!!

[melilley]

Hey check this out. This was further down on that link.

"If diapers and diapering supplies are disposed of inside the home, to
comply with subrule (g) of this rule, a plastic-lined, tightly covered container
that is used exclusively for these items must be used. It is also
acceptable to dispose of diapers and diaper supplies directly into an
outside garbage container."

So I guess I can use the outside trash can!!

Oooh, I'm glad you saw that, I didn't. I like your idea of disposing of the diapers outside! It would be gross to change in laundry room, but it does say you can lay them on top of the washer or dryer, weird....

[lovemykidstoo]

Oooh, I'm glad you saw that, I didn't. I like your idea of disposing of the diapers outside! It would be gross to change in laundry room, but it does say you can lay them on top of the washer or dryer, weird....

I'm going to save that page on my computer and if she writes me up for throwing the diapers outside in the can I'll have to show it to her. I really don't want to change in the laundry room. I don't have any option though without getting in trouble. All my other rooms are carpeted and used for daycare. It has to be a spot that is used exclusively for diaper changes. I think that's a dumb rule if you're sanitizing like you should. They would rather I go in a room where I can't see the other kids and do diaper changes instead of doing it in the living room on an approved diaper changing mat where I can see everyone. I'm going to ask her about that too when she comes.

[Unregistered]

In orientation my consultant told us all that you must have a container that you can seal closed for diapers and you can NOT wash your hands where you prepare food ("then go to the kitchen to wash my hands"). I'm in MI, too Just FYI.

R 400.1923 Diapering and toilet learning.
Rule 23.
(1) Diapering of infants and toddlers shall only occur in a designated changing area.
(2) The designated changing area shall comply with all of the following:
(a) Be used exclusively for changing wet or soiled diapers or underwear.
(b) Be located away from food preparation and meal service areas.
(c) Have access to a hand washing sink that is not used for food preparation.
(d) Have a nonabsorbent, easily sanitized surface with a changing pad between the child and the surface.
(e) Be cleaned and sanitized after each use.
(f) Have diapering/changing supplies within easy reach.
(g) Have a plastic-lined, tightly covered container exclusively for disposable diapers and diapering supplies that shall be emptied and sanitized at the end of each day

Also, you should be using soap and water, rinsed and sanitized (in that order). I had a friend who's been a provider for a LONG time get in trouble by licensing for not doing that. Again.... just FYI.

[sunlight]

In Oregon these are our hand washing rules only if you are State Certified. We have two licenses Registered and Certified. Certified being more stringent. It clearly states that hand sanitzer must be under "Child proof Lock". Here is a link if anyone is interested: http://nrckids.org/STATES/OR/or_350.pdf


Hand Washing:
(a)
Caregivers and children shall wash their hands with soap and warm running water after nose wiping, after using the toilet, and before and after eating;
(b)
Caregivers shall wash their hands with soap and warm running water before and after changing a diaper, before and after feeding a child or handling food, and after assisting a child with toileting and nose wiping;
(c)
Infants’ and children’s hands shall be washed with soap and warm running water after diaper changing;
(d)
Staff shall immediately and thoroughly wash their hands after handling animals or cleaning cages;
(e)
Commercial products labeled “hand sanitizers” shall not replace hand washing. If hand sanitizers are present in the home, they shall be kept under child-proof lock and shall not be used by children;
(f)
When hand washing is not possible, eg, on field trips, or the neighborhood park, moist towelettes shall be used.

[lovemykidstoo]

In orientation my consultant told us all that you must have a container that you can seal closed for diapers and you can NOT wash your hands where you prepare food ("then go to the kitchen to wash my hands"). I'm in MI, too Just FYI.

R 400.1923 Diapering and toilet learning.
Rule 23.
(1) Diapering of infants and toddlers shall only occur in a designated changing area.
(2) The designated changing area shall comply with all of the following:
(a) Be used exclusively for changing wet or soiled diapers or underwear.
(b) Be located away from food preparation and meal service areas.
(c) Have access to a hand washing sink that is not used for food preparation.
(d) Have a nonabsorbent, easily sanitized surface with a changing pad between the child and the surface.
(e) Be cleaned and sanitized after each use.
(f) Have diapering/changing supplies within easy reach.
(g) Have a plastic-lined, tightly covered container exclusively for disposable diapers and diapering supplies that shall be emptied and sanitized at the end of each day

Also, you should be using soap and water, rinsed and sanitized (in that order). I had a friend who's been a provider for a LONG time get in trouble by licensing for not doing that. Again.... just FYI.

Yup, so if I change in the laundry room, wash my hands in the laundry room, put the diaper in the garbage pail (covered) right outside the door then I should be fine.

[momofsix]

My changing pad is right on the bathroom floor (tile). I throw the diapers in a garbage that's in the laundry room right next to the bathroom.
The most important thing my licencor wanted to see was the 3 spray bottles. 1. soapy water for washing the pad
2. plain water for rinsing
3. bleach water for sanitizing
My sister uses only Lysol wipes for cleaning her pad and she got an ok for that!

[lovemykidstoo]

My changing pad is right on the bathroom floor (tile). I throw the diapers in a garbage that's in the laundry room right next to the bathroom.
The most important thing my licencor wanted to see was the 3 spray bottles. 1. soapy water for washing the pad
2. plain water for rinsing
3. bleach water for sanitizing
My sister uses only Lysol wipes for cleaning her pad and she got an ok for that!

I love the wipes for cleaning. I use the clorox wipes. so that was ok huh? Last time she came to inspect i had a bleach/water bottle that i had to spray on the pad, wipe it, spray it again and let it air dry. that was before the bleach wipes were really popular though (6 years ago)

[Unregistered]

I was picked at the random 10% a year to be inspected and my inspection was a week ago. I too live in Michigan. I was using a changing pad only and got popped for it. She told me I needed some type of plastic liner underneith my plastic changing pad. She suggested a vinyl table cloth. So I went to the dollar store and purchased one. =) As for the diaper pail, i used a big tidy cat plastic lined container and had it right outside my daycare door and she said that was fine. Hope that helps. =)

[sunlight]

Certified Family care in Oregon Rules for Health Dept.

I am going to become a Certified Family provider and have some questions for the Oregon providers. As I am looking through the sample Health Dept. check list. Where could I find a template or examples of procedures that need to be posted and explained like my diapering procedures etc?

I know we all need to have emergency procedures, evacuation procedures etc. posted. But it seems like there are many more things regarding sanitization etc. I just don't want to forget anything.

Thank you everyone.