# 23 Ill. Adm. Code 2009.APPENDIX: Section 2009.APPENDIX D Minimum Equipment and Supplies – Infant and Toddler Programs

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## Section

- **Citation:** 23 Ill. Adm. Code 2009.APPENDIX
- **Heading:** Section 2009.APPENDIX D Minimum Equipment and Supplies – Infant and Toddler Programs
- **Jurisdiction:** Illinois
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Illinois Administrative Code / Title 23  /  / Part   / Section 2009.APPENDIX D   Minimum Equipment and Supplies – Infant and Toddler Programs

## Text

TITLE 23: EDUCATION AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
SUBTITLE A: EDUCATION
CHAPTER XI: DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
PART 2009 LICENSING STANDARDS FOR GROUP DAY CARE HOMES
SECTION 2009.APPENDIX D MINIMUM EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES – INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAMS
Section 2009.APPENDIX D   Minimum
Equipment and Supplies – Infant and Toddler Programs
INFANT PROGRAMS
TODDLER PROGRAMS
Furnishings:
1.
Sufficient
infant-sized tables and chairs with backs for infants able to sit alone. One
chair per infant; no folding chairs.
1.
Same as furniture for
preschool programs plus:
2.
One crib
with mattress and blanket per infant in attendance.
2.
Training chairs. (Stackable
cots may be substituted for napping.)
3.
Ten-unit
first-aid kit.
4.
Crib with mattress
and blanket for ill infant.
5.
Chairs with
backs (for staff).
6.
Low open
shelves and bookcases (one foot per child).
7.
Space and
equipment for maintenance of children's records.
8.
Adult
rocker.
9.
Individual
space for outer clothing.
10.
High
chairs.
11.
Infant
seats.
12.
Baby
walkers (optional).
13.
Bathing
tub.
13.
Bathing tub.
14.
Changing
table with changeable covering.
14.
Changing table with changeable
covering.
15.
Diaper pail
with liners.
15.
Diaper pail with liners.
Toilet with training seat, child-size toilet or potty chair.
16.
Area rug or
carpeting.
17.
Play pens
(optional).
18.
Gates as
needed for safety.
18.
Gates as needed for safety.
19.
Refrigerator.
Active large-muscle play:
1.
Large
building blocks (may be of non-durable material)
SAME AS
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
2.
Five pieces
of durable large-muscle equipment such as:
2.
Five  pieces of durable,
large-muscle equipment such as:
Baby
bouncers
Two-step
slide
Large
turning balls
Rocking
boat
Body
wheels
Indoor gym
house
Riding
stools
Swing
3.
Large open
plastic ball.
Tunnel
4.
Water-play
equipment
Climber
Art and music activities:
1.
Phonograph
SAME AS PRESCHOOL
PROGRAMS.
2.
Records –
at least six.
3.
Musical
pull-toys.
4.
Rattles.
5.
Drum
(without stocks)
.30(b)(6))
6.         Bathroom
doors shall be able to be opened by staff from outside the room if necessary
(see Section 2009.30(b)(4))
7.         Closet
doors shall be able to open from inside the closet without the use of a key
(see Section 2009.30(b)(5))
8.         Paths
of escape from the home have operable lighting (light bulbs are in place and
functioning) (see Section 2009.30(b)(3))
9.         Protective
covers for all electrical receptacles are provided in areas occupied by
children (see Section 2009.30(a)(3))
10.       Heating
equipment in spaces occupied by children are separated by partitions, screens
or other means to protect children from hot surfaces and open flames (see
Section 2009.30(a)(8))
11.       Carbon
monoxide detectors are installed and operable in areas occupied by children
(see Section 2009.30(a)(5))
Operating
Requirements (renewal and subsequent monitoring visits)
12.       There
is a comprehensive written fire emergency response plan in the home (see
Section 2009.30(q))
13.       There
are emergency egress and relocation monthly drills conducted by the caregiver
with children participation (see Section 2009.30(q)(4))
14.       Monthly
basic fire safety inspections of the home are conducted by the caregiver or
staff members in the home (see Section 2009.30(b)(9))
15.       Daily
fire safety inspections are done by the caregiver or staff to ensure that
escape paths are clear and exit doors and escape windows are operable (see
Section 2009.30(b)(10))
16.       Corridors
are clear of clothing and personal effects (see Section 2009.30(b)(1))
17.       Flammable
and combustible artwork and teaching materials attached directly to the walls
are limited to no more than 20% of the wall area (see Section 2009.30(a)(14))
18.        Caregiver
and staff are awake and alert when children are present in the home (see Section
2009.35(k))

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