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ELECTRICAL FIXTURES AND OUTLETS

Appliances, electrical wiring, fixtures, and outlets can be a hazard to the safety of children in your care. You should make sure that:

  • The electrical service in your facility and installation of any fixtures are certified by an electrical code inspector.
  • Electrical outlets within the reach of children are covered with child-resistant covers. Shock stops (safety plugs) should be placed over all unused outlets.
  • All electrical cords are out of the reach of children.
  • No electrical cords are frayed or overloaded.
  • No extension cords are used unless absolutely necessary. If you must use an extension cord, do not place the cord under carpeting or across any area with a water source.
  • Fans used to cool an area have 1/4 inch bladeguard openings and are mounted high on the wall or ceiling.
  • No portable, open-flame, kerosene space heaters or portable gas stoves are used for heating.
  • Electric space heaters are used only as a last alternative for heating. If you must use them, make sure they are Underwriters’ Laboratories-approved, not within reach of children, have a protective covering, and are placed on a stable surface at least 3 feet from curtains, papers, and furniture.
Note: This information is not intended to take the place of your state's or locality's child care regulations and laws. In every case, the laws and regulations of the city, county, and state in which the child care facility is located must be carefully followed even if they differ from these recommendations.

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