Health & safety resources for regulated child care providers in Vermont.
Air Quality: Air Quality Alerts, Wildfires & Health | When to limit or cancel outdoor activities.
Crib safety: Federal safety standards for cribs
Diapering: Step-by-step changing procedures
Emergency response: Emergency response & recovery planning | Word version of the forms
Extreme weather: Guidelines to consider when determining if weather is appropriate for outdoor play
Handwashing: Proper Handwashing (VDH) | Handwashing Posters (CDC)
Immunizations: Immunization requirements for entry into child care
Immunization Registry: Apply for access to the Immunization Registry.
Immunization Report (Annual): Programs must complete the online report by December 31, 2023. No extension will be approved. To prepare your information before submitting the form, see the sample report.
Mandated Reporting: Child care providers & staff are legally required to report suspected child abuse & neglect
National Resource Center: National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care
Playground Safety: How to keep your playground safe. | Guidance for after a flood (PDF)
Poisonous Plants: What types of plants that are poisonous.
Power and Water Outages: Guidance for child care programs with a power and/or water outage.
Pressure-Treated Wood: Health hazards of pressure-treated wood and alternatives.
Radon: Fact Sheet for Family Child Care Homes (PDF) | Fact Sheet for Child Care Centers (PDF)
Safe Sleep for Babies: Tips for ensuring a safe sleep environment for babies.
Toy & Household Item Recalls: Product recalls and recall alerts.
Unintentional Injuries: Tips for preventing unintentional injuries in children.
Vermont Lead & Asbestos: Information & requirements for child care providers and school.