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addresses, and phone numbers, parental contact information, a list of people authorized to pick up the child, medical care infor* mation, emergency care infor mation, immunization records, hours of attendance, dietary needs, individual child care program and parent conferences documentation. Focility requirements Building code: A center must com ply with applicable building codes. Fire code: A center must be inspect ed by a fire marshal within the 12 months before initial licensure. • Program equipment and ma terials — books, large and small building blocks, infant mobility equipment, cognitive development material, manipulative equipment and arts and crafts supplies • Supplies — blankets and sheets, disposable changing table paper, diapers, single service towels and liquid handsoap. How to apply For a Ikense To apply for a Minnesota child care center license: Floor plan and designated areas: Indoor and outdoor space to be used for child care must be designated on the facility floor plan. Outdoor activity area: Outdoor space must be at least 1,500 square feet total and at least 75 square feet per child; be within 2000 feet of the center; be enclosed if adjacent to traffic and other hazards; be free of litter and other hazards; and have the required outdoor large muscle equipment. Indoor space: The licensed capacity is limited by the amount of indoor space. A minimum of 35 square feet is required for each child. Toilets and sinks: A child care center must h.ive one sink and one toilet for e.-ich 15 children and proper toi let training equipment for toddlers. Hand sinks, other than fur infants, must be in the toilet areas. Single ser vice towels or air dryers must be in each restroom. Fix tures must be placed at age-appropriate heights. Water temperatures must not exceed 120 degrees Falirenheit. Furnishings, equipment, materials and supplies: A cliild care center must have the quantity and type of fiirnishings, equipment and materials specified for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Fjcamples include: • Submit a completed license ap plication to the Minnesota Depart ment of Human Services. For an application form, contact the Licensing Division at 651-296-3971 or write to 444 Lafiiyette Rd. N., St. Paul, MN 55155-3842. • Document compliance with the applic.ible build ing, fire and safety codes, health rules, zoning ordi nances, or document that an appropriate waiver has been given. • Provide evidence of worker s compensation insur ance coverage. • Provide Social Security a.nd Minnesota business identification numbers. • Submit a noniefundable license fee (the amount will depend on the licensed capacity of the facility) to the Licensing Division. A license application is not considered complete until all of the required documentation is submitted. Wlien the department has received a completed application, a child care licensor will schedule and conduct an on-site licensing inspection to ensure the basic standards arc met. Furnishings — rugs or carpets, nonfolding chairs, cribs and changing tables For more information A complete description of child care center licensing requirements can be found in Minnesota Rules, parts 9503.0005 to 9503.0170, commonly called Rule 3, available in the reference section of your local library, or at www.revisor.leg.state.mn.u.s/.inilc/. Also, you may contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Licensing Division, 444 Lafayette Rd. N., St. Paul. MN 55155-3842 or call 651-296-.3971. This information is available in other forms to people with disabilities by contacting us at 651-296-3971 (voice). TDD users can call the Minnesota Relay at 711 or 1-800-627-3529. For the Spccch-to-Spccch Relay, call 1-877-627-3848. I