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NOTE<\/strong>: If you are a\u00a0Child Care Center<\/strong>\u00a0and your water is\u00a0supplied by a community water system<\/strong>, please note that guidance material is currently under development to aid in complying with the Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing (DCF-OOL) new lead and copper sampling requirements. Contact DCF-OOL for further information.<\/p>\n

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Environmental Guidance for all Child Care Centers<\/a><\/p>\n

Drinking Water Requirements Checklist for Child Care Centers <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Lead and Copper Rule <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Consumer Confidence Report Posting Requirements <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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Water Quality Reporting Template <\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Child Care Center Licensing (DCF)<\/a><\/p>\n

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