HAR §17-892.2-41. Evidence of child's health

(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 school entry examination requirements, immunization, physical examination, and chapter 11-164.2 for tuberculosis clearance. 892.2-41 §17-892.2-41 (b) The child care facility shall have in writing: (1) The name, address, and telephone number of a physician or health resource that shall be called in case of emergency; and (2) Permission of the parent or guardian to call the stated physician or health resource, or another source of care if the parent or guardian cannot be reached in the case of a health emergency. (c) The records of each child enrolled in the program shall include pertinent information about health status, developmental progress, and any special needs and efforts necessary to meet these needs. (d) 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. [Eff 16 2004] (Auth: HRS §346-162) (Imp: HRS §346-162; 42 U.S.C. §§2002, 2005) ###