R430-90-21. Animals

(1) The provider shall inform each parent of the kinds of animals allowed at the facility. (2) The provider shall ensure that there is no animal on the premises that: (a) has a history of biting even one individual; (b) has a history of dangerous, attacking, or aggressive behavior; or (c) is naturally aggressive. (3) The provider shall ensure that any animal at the facility is clean and free of any obvious disease or health problem that could adversely affect a child. (4) The provider shall ensure that there is no animal or animal equipment in food preparation or eating areas. (5) The provider shall ensure that no child younger than five years old assists with the cleaning of any animal or animal cage, pen, or equipment. (6) If a school-age child helps in the cleaning of animals or animal equipment, the provider shall ensure that the child washes their hands immediately after cleaning the animal or equipment. (7) The provider shall ensure that each child and staff wash their hands immediately after playing with or touching any reptile or amphibian. (8) The provider shall ensure that any dog, cat, or ferret that the facility houses have current rabies vaccinations. (9) The provider shall keep current animal vaccination records on-site for review by OL.