Hawaii Administrative Rules
Title 17 - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Department of Human Services
Chapter 891.2 - REGISTRATION OF FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES
Subchapter 2 - ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 17-891.2-18 - Transportation provisions
Current through August, 2024
When transportation is provided, children shall be protected by adequate supervision and safety precautions as follows:
(1) The vehicle and driver providing transportation shall satisfy all relevant motor carrier safety rules and traffic laws of the state;
(2) No more than six children under the age of six years shall be transported when only one adult is in the vehicle;
(3) Children shall be instructed in safe transportation conduct as appropriate for age and stage of development;
(4) Children shall be secured in the seat of the bus or in the back seat of a personal vehicle in approved car seats or restraints;
(5) Prior to transporting children, the provider shall obtain written permission from the parent or guardian that each child is allowed to be transported by the provider in a personal vehicle or by public bus;
(6) A child shall not be left unattended in a vehicle;
(7) The provider shall take a head count or attendance record check before and after transportation is provided; and
(8) During any field trip or excursion, the provider shall have available with them a first aid kit, emergency contact phone numbers, and medical treatment release forms signed by the child's parent or guardian.
