Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 414 - DEPARTMENT OF EARLY LEARNING AND CARE
Division 180 - REGULATED SUBSIDY CHILD CARE FACILITIES
Section 414-180-0020 - Sanitation

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 414-180-0020

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

(1) Pre-mixed sanitizers and disinfectants that are EPA registered and meet Oregon Health Authority criteria may be used in all areas of the child care facility per manufacturer instructions.

(2) All caregivers and children must wash their hands with soap and warm, running water:

(a) Before handling food;

(b) Before assisting with feeding;

(c) Before and after eating;

(d) After diapering;

(e) After using the toilet;

(f) After assisting someone with toileting;

(g) After nose wiping;

(h) After playing outside; and

(i) After touching an animal or handling pet toys.

(3) Hand sanitizers shall not replace hand washing. If hand sanitizers are present in the child care facility, they shall be kept out of children's reach and shall not be used on children.

(4) Clean toys, equipment and furniture used by children when soiled.

(5) Diaper changing surfaces must be either:

(a) Non-absorbent and easily disinfected;

(b) Disposed of after each use; or

(c) Laundered after each use.

(6) The building, grounds, any toy, equipment, and furniture are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and hazard free condition.

(7) All garbage, solid waste, and refuse must be disposed of regularly, in a safe and sanitary manner.

(8) Bio-contaminants including but not limited to bodily fluids and blood shall be disposed of in a manner that prevents exposure to children.

(9) The child care facility has safe drinking water.

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 326.425 & ORS 329A.020

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 329A.505, ORS 329A.010 & ORS 329A.500

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