Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.06.02 - CHILD CARE AND FOSTER CARE LICENSING
LICENSING
Section 16.06.02.100 - LICENSING
Current through August 31, 2023
The purpose of licensing is to set requirements and to monitor compliance. Persons applying for licensure need to be physically and emotionally suited to protect the health, safety and well-being of the children in their care. Physical surroundings must present no hazards to the children in care. (3-28-23)
01. Responsibilities of the Foster Parent or Operator. A foster parent or operator must conform to the terms of the license. (3-28-23)
02. Responsible for Knowledge of Standards. The foster parent or operator is responsible for knowing the rules applying to the type of foster home, daycare center, group daycare facility, or family daycare home voluntarily licensed by the Department, covered by the license, and for always conforming to them. (3-28-23)
03. Responsible for Agency Staff Knowledge. The operator of a child care facility or agency is responsible for ensuring that all staff members are familiar with these rules. (3-28-23)
04. Return of License. The foster parent or operator must immediately return their license to the Department under any of the following circumstances: (3-28-23)
05. Exceptions and Exemptions to Daycare Licensing. Under Section 39-1103, Idaho Code, the licensing requirements in these rules do not apply to: (3-28-23)
06. Exceptions and Exemptions to Daycare and Foster Home Licensing. Under Sections 39-1213(b) and 39-1211, Idaho Code, the licensing requirements in these rules do not apply to: (3-28-23)