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Subp. 19b. Minnesota State Fire Code. “Minnesota State Fire Code” means those codes and regulations adopted by the state fire marshal in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 299F.011 and contained in chapter 7511. Subp. 20. Newborn. “Newborn” means a child between birth and six weeks of age. Subp. 21. Parent. “Parent” means a person who has the legal responsibility for a child such as the child’s mother, father, or legally appointed guardian. Subp. 22. Preschooler. “Preschooler” has the meaning given in Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 19, paragraph (e). Subp. 23. [Repealed, 10 SR 2617] Subp. 24. Provider. “Provider” means the license holder and primary caregiver. Subp. 25. Related. “Related” means any of the following relationships by marriage, blood, or adoption: parent, grandparent, brother, sister, stepparent, stepsister, stepbrother, uncle, aunt, child, niece, nephew. Related also includes a legally appointed guardian. Subp. 26. Regularly or regular basis. “Regularly” or “regular basis” means a cumulative total of more than 30 days within any 12 month period. Subp. 27. Residence. “Residence” means the dwelling unit, as defined by section 405 of the State Building Code, in which day care is provided and which is occupied as a home. Subp. 28. School age. “School age” has the meaning given in Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 19, paragraph (f). Subp. 28a. State Building Code. “State Building Code” means those codes and regulations adopted by the commissioner of administration in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 326B.101 and contained in chapter 1300. Subp. 29. Substitute. “Substitute” means an adult at least 18 years of age who assumes the responsibility of the provider as specified in part 9502.0365, subpart 5. Subp. 29a. Supervision. “Supervision” means a caregiver being within sight or hearing of an infant, toddler, or preschooler at all times so that the caregiver is capable of intervening to protect the health and safety of the child. For the school age child, it means a caregiver being available for assistance and care so that the child’s health and safety is protected. Subp. 30. Toddler. “Toddler” has the meaning given in Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 19, paragraph (d). Subp. 31. Variance. “Variance” means written permission by the commissioner for a provider or applicant to depart from the provisions of parts 9502.0315 to 9502.0445. 9502.0315 DEFINITIONS. Subpart 1. Applicability. As used in parts 9502.0315 to 9502.0445, the following terms have the meanings given them. Subp. 2. Adult. “Adult” means a person at least 18 years of age.

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