Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 414 - DEPARTMENT OF EARLY LEARNING AND CARE
Division 310 - CERTIFIED SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE CENTERS
Section 414-310-0640 - Transportation Staffing

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 414-310-0640

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

(1) If a driver is the only adult in the vehicle, a school-age center must ensure that the driver:

(a) Meets Program Leader qualifications and training requirements; and

(b) Meets additional driver and ratio requirements under OAR 414-310-0640, Transportation Staffing.

(2) A school-age center must ensure that drivers of a vehicle used to transport children:

(a) Are at least 21 years of age;

(b) Have a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle driven;

(c) Are certified in first aid and CPR or accompanied by someone with certification;

(d) Do not have any medical condition or use alcohol, drugs, tobacco or any medication that could compromise driving, supervision, or evacuation abilities;

(e) Operate the vehicle in a legal and safe manner; and

(f) Eliminate distractions such as the use of earphones or cell phones.

(3) A school-age center must ensure that there are sufficient staff to meet the required staff-to-child ratios for each age group of children being transported.

(a) The driver may count in the staff-to-child ratios (also see OAR 414-310-0360 Staff-to-Child Ratios and Group Size).

(b) One staff member must be at least Program Leader qualified (also see OAR 414-310-0300, Program Leaders).

(c) A school-age center may allow a parent to transport children other than the parent's own children without a qualified staff member present in the vehicle, only if the parent meets Program Leader qualifications and transportation requirements as provided in these rules, and is enrolled in the CBR.

(4) A school-age center must provide adequate supervision to protect children during transportation. A school-age center must:

(a) Never leave children unattended inside or outside the vehicle;

(b) Immediately document each time a child enters and exits the vehicle; and

(c) Follow notification requirements listed in OAR 414-310-0260(5) if a child is not at a designated pick-up location.

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 329A.280

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 329A.280

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