Library: Policy

340:110-3-285. Licensed capacity

Issued 1-1-16

(a) Licensed capacity.  The maximum number of children in care at one time, whether on- or off-site, does not exceed the licensed capacity specified on the current permit or license.  This includes the personnel's children who are present and not filling a position listed in Oklahoma Administrative Code (OAC) 340:110-3-284.1 through 340:110-3-284.4.

(b) Calculating licensed capacity.  The licensed capacity is the lowest capacity computed:

(1) for the indoor play area based on the number of sinks and toilets;

(2) for the indoor play area based on the square footage;

(3) for the outdoor play area based on the square footage; or

(4) on the fire inspection report, when applicable.

(c) Equipment and master teachers.  The licensed capacity impacts the:

(1) amount of equipment; and

(2) number of required master teachers.

(d) Collaborations.  The licensed capacity may be reduced during collaborative times per OAC 340:110-3-277(c).