Ariz. Admin. Code § R6-5-5222 - Use of a Backup Provider

A. A provider shall maintain a backup provider, and shall keep clients and the Department apprised of the backup provider's identity and location.

B. A provider may use a backup provider only in the following circumstances:

1. When the provider is ill;

2. When the provider is attending to an emergency related to the provision of child care;

3. When the provider has an emergency involving the provider or the provider's dependent family members;

4. When the provider needs to attend a non-emergency appointment for the provider or the provider's dependent family members, and the provider cannot schedule the appointment outside of normal child care hours;

5. When the provider is attending classes to meet training requirements listed in this Article; or

6. When the provider is taking a vacation.

C. At the time of enrollment of a child in care, a provider shall advise the parent of the possible use of a backup provider.

D. A provider shall notify the Department within 24 hours of the onset of the use of a backup provider.

E. When a provider designates a new backup provider, the provider shall ensure that the backup provider meets the requirements for backup providers in R6-5-5202.

F. A provider shall execute a backup provider agreement form furnished by the Department, which identifies the backup provider and contains assurances that the backup provider will be used in accordance with the requirement of this Section.

Notes

Ariz. Admin. Code § R6-5-5222

Adopted effective May 11, 1994 (Supp. 94-2). Former Section R6-5-5222 renumbered to R6-5-5223; new Section R6-5-5222 renumbered from R6-5-5221 and amended by final rulemaking at 5 A.A.R. 1983, effective May 20, 1999 (Supp. 99-2).