Haw. Code R. § 17-798.3-66 - Evidence of child's health

(a) The provider shall obtain from the parent or guardian of each child entering child care, evidence of compliance with examinations and immunizations, in accordance with chapters 11-157 and 11-164.2 for tuberculosis clearance.

(b) The provider shall obtain from the parent or guardian the health needs for each child, including any allergies, and maintain copies of the evidence.

(c) The provider shall not be required to obtain the evidence described in subsection (a) if the provider has the following:

(1) A written statement from the parent or guardian objecting to immunization of the child on the basis of their religion;

(2) A written statement signed by the child's physician indicating that the child's medical condition contraindicates immunization; or

(3) Is providing care in the eligible child's home and all children in care are part of the same family unit.

(d) The provider shall allow a grace period of three months from the child's first day in care, with the exception of chapter 11-164.2 for tuberculosis clearance, to obtain the evidence described in subsection (a) or (c) for:

(1) Children experiencing homelessness; or

(2) Children in foster care; provided that the parents or guardians submit evidence to the provider in writing that sets out the health needs for the child, including any allergies, at the time the child is placed in care.

(e) The provider shall be required to obtain the evidence described in subsection (a) and (b) if the provider is a relative specified in section 17-798.3-51(c) (7) and is caring for any other children unrelated to the caregiver.

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Haw. Code R. § 17-798.3-66

[Eff 8/6/2021] (Auth: HRS §§ 346-14 and 346-152.5) (Imp: HRS § 346-14; 45 C.F.R Part 98 )