Section 17-895.1-41 - Evidence of child's health(a) The facility shall require and obtain from the parent or guardian of each infant and toddler entering their program a health record of the infant or toddler 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 which consists of the following: (1) Written evidence of a physical clearance obtained within two months of admission to the facility;(2) Written evidence that the infant or toddler has received a tuberculin clearance; and(3) Initial and continuous written evidence that immunizations are current; or(4) A written statement from a licensed physician certifying that the physical condition of the infant or toddler is such that immunizations would endanger the infant or toddler's life or health, in accordance with chapter 11-157; or(5) A written statement from a parent or guardian requesting exemption from the required immunizations on the grounds that such immunizations conflict with the parent or guardian's bonafide religious tenets and practices, in accordance with chapter 11-157.(b) 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.(c) Medical clearance for care of a child with special needs shall be obtained before admission into an infant and toddler facility.(d) The records of each child enrolled in the program shall include pertinent information about birth, health status, developmental progress, including prematurity and any special needs and efforts necessary to meet these needs.Haw. Code R. § 17-895.1-41
[Eff 11/3/2023] (Auth: HRS §346-162) (Imp: HRS §346-162; 42 U.S.C. §§ 2002, 2005)