Who must have access to a copy of the discipline practices?

• A. Licensing authority
• B. Only the parent/guardian
• C. Staff only
• D. No one

Answer: (A)

Discipline practices are documents regulators rely on to verify that a program handles behavior in a safe, fair, and legally compliant way. The licensing authority has the right to review these policies during inspections to confirm they meet state rules and standards for child safety and appropriate discipline. Having a copy readily available on file shows the program is accountable and prepared for review, which helps protect children and staff. While families should be informed about how discipline is handled and staff must follow the policy, the formal requirement to provide access to a copy rests with the licensing authority. That’s why the correct choice is the licensing authority.