Hawaii Administrative Rules
Title 17 - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Department of Human Services
Chapter 891.2 - REGISTRATION OF FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES
Subchapter 5 - HEALTH STANDARDS FOR CHILDREN
Section 17-891.2-41 - Evidence of child's health

Universal Citation: HI Admin Rules 17-891.2-41

Current through August, 2024

(a) The child care facility shall require and obtain from the parent or guardian of each child entering child care, a health record of the child which complies with the provisions of chapter 11-157, which relate to the immunization, physical examination, and chapter 11-164.2 for tuberculosis clearance which shall include the following:

(1) Child's record of immunizations, or a written statement from a licensed physician certifying that the physical condition of the infant or toddler is such that immunizations would endanger the infant or toddler's life or health, or a written statement from a parent or guardian requesting exemption from the required immunizations on the grounds that such immunizations conflict with the parent or guardian's bonafide religious tenets and practices, in accordance with chapter 11-157.

(2) Evidence of tuberculosis clearance in accordance with chapter 11-164.2;

(3) Evidence of the child's physical examination; and

(4) The signature of a physician or health agency, signed within one year prior to admission.

(b) For children experiencing homelessness or in foster care, the child care facility shall allow a grace period of three months from the child's first day in care to obtain the evidence described in subsection (a) in accordance with chapter 11-157, provided that the parents or guardians submit to the facility in writing the health needs for the child, including any allergies, at the time the child is placed in care.

(c) School aged children in before or after school care only, who satisfy health requirements for enrollment in school, are not required to furnish the material specified in subsection (a) above.

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