Oregon Administrative Code

414-360-0260 Items Available for Review (1) A provider must display the following near the entrance, or in some other area of the home where they may be clearly viewed by parent(s) and caregivers of children in care: (a) The most current certification issued by CCLD; (b) All seri…

414-360-0270 Notifications (1) A provider must notify CCLD by 5:00pm the next business day of the following items: (a) A change in mailing address, when different from the physical address; (b) A change in phone number; (c) A known legal action or child abuse or neglect investiga…

414-360-0300 General Caregiver Requirements (1) A provider must ensure that all caregivers, volunteers and household members who have supervised or unsupervised access to child care children: (a) Comply with certification rules; (b) Recognize and act to correct hazards to physica…

414-360-0310 Central Background Registry Enrollment (1) The provider must be enrolled in CCLD’s CBR prior to the issuance of a certification. All caregivers and other residents of the child care home 18 years of age and older must be enrolled or conditionally enrolled in CCLD’s C…

414-360-0320 Duties and Qualifications of the Provider (1) A provider is responsible for: (a) Maintaining compliance with all certified family child care home rules and all conditions placed on the certificate; (b) Managing administrative functions, including, but not limited to:…

414-360-0340 Duties and Qualifications of Assistants (1) Assistants may be included in the caregiver-to-child ratio calculation. (2) An assistant I must: (a) Be at least 14 years of age; (b) Meet initial training requirements (see OAR 414-360-0370(3), Orientation and Initial Trai…

414-360-0360 Volunteers (1) If a volunteer is counted in determining caregiver-to-child ratios, the volunteer must: (a) Meet the qualifications for the position they are filling, including CBR enrollment; (b) Meet the orientation and initial training requirements (see OAR 414-360…

414-360-0370 Orientation and Initial Training (1) Prior to being issued an initial certificate, a provider must complete: (a) Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety Training; (b) A minimum of two hours of training on child abuse and neglect that is specific to Oregon law; (c)…

414-360-0380 Annual Training A provider must ensure the following training requirements are met for each caregiver: (1) The provider and each assistant II must have at least 15 clock hours of formal training or education annually related to child care, of which at least 8 clock h…

414-360-0385 Training Criteria (1) The provider and all caregivers employed by a certified family child care home must have an active account with ORO. Caregiver training must meet the following requirements: (a) Be approved by ORO; and (b) Be at least 1 hour in duration. (2) The…

414-360-0400 Children in Care & Caregiver to Child Ratios (1) The number of caregivers shall be determined by the number and ages of the children in attendance. The required caregiver-to-child ratios shall be met at all times. This includes: (a) All child care children, as define…

414-360-0500 Supervision (1) A provider must ensure that children have the full attention of the required number of caregivers at all times who must: (a) Be aware of what each child is doing; (b) Be near enough to children to assist and respond when needed; and (c) Be within sigh…

414-360-0510 Creating a Health Climate for Children (1) When communicating or interacting with children, a provider must ensure caregivers maintain an environment for healthy, culturally responsive child development. Examples of this may include: giving encouragement and positive…

414-360-0520 Program Schedule & Activities (1) The provider and any caregivers must give the children’s needs first priority, ensuring they get adequate care and attention. (2) Immediate attention shall be given to the emotional and physical needs of the children. (3) A provider …

414-360-0600 General Requirements for the Care of Infants and Toddlers (1) For infants and younger toddlers, a provider must obtain the following information (also see OAR 414-360-0220, Children’s Records): (a) Schedule of feeding; (b) Types of food introduced and timetable for n…

414-360-0610 Feeding Infants and Toddlers (1) A provider serving children under 12 months of age shall comply with the following requirements for those children: (a) A provider must have and follow a written feeding plan and schedule that includes the types and amounts of formula…

414-360-0620 Furniture and Equipment for Infants and Toddlers (1) A provider must provide an individual crib, portable crib, or play yard for each infant. (a) Each crib, portable crib, or play yard must: (A) Comply with Consumer Product Safety Commission(CPSC) standards for use b…

414-360-0630 Safe Sleep (1) In addition to safe equipment (OAR 414-360-0620), a provider must follow safe sleep practices for infants to reduce the risk of sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) as follows: (a) While sleeping, infants must be monitored frequently to ensure they ar…

414-360-0650 Diaper Changing and Toileting (1) A provider must change wet or soiled diapers promptly. Unless the child is asleep, a child’s diaper must be checked at a minimum of every 2 hours, or more frequently to meet the individual’s child’s needs. Diapers must be changed whe…

414-360-0660 Cleaning and Sanitizing Infant and Toddler Areas (1) A provider must clean and sanitize infant and toddler toys regularly and when soiled. (2) A provider must wash, rinse, and sanitize the following after each use: (a) Bottles and training cups, if used; and (b) High…

414-360-0700 Behavior and Guidance (1) A provider must have a written policy on behavior and guidance of children that is simple and understandable to the child, the parent(s), and all caregivers (also see OAR 414-360-0200, Policies). (2) A provider’s behavior and guidance policy…

414-360-0710 Prohibited Discipline and Actions A provider must not use or threaten to use any of the following prohibited actions even if requested by parents: (1) Rough or harsh handling of children or use of corporal punishment in any form, including, but not limited to hitting…

414-360-0720 Physical Restraint (1) A provider may only use physical restraint if: (a) A child’s safety or the safety of others is threatened; and (b) The provider has complied with all elements of Behavior and Guidance listed in OAR 414-360-0700(2)(a) through (g). (2) Physical r…

414-360-0800 Home Capacity (1) A certified family child care’s licensed capacity is based on the home’s indoor activity area. (2) A provider may only care for children in activity areas approved by CCLD. (3) A provider must have CCLD approval prior to using a new room, activity a…

414-360-0810 Home Structure and Safety (1) A certified family child care must be: (a) A building constructed as a single family dwelling or other dwelling; and (b) In space designed or remodeled for living quarters. (2) The exit requirements listed in OAR 414-360-0810(3) apply to…

414-360-0820 Water Supply and Plumbing (1) A certified family child care's water supply must be from a public water supply or well, and must be tested for lead, unless the certified family child care uses an CCLD approved alternative water source. (2) A provider must test each fa…

414-360-0830 Toilets, Hand washing Sinks, and Bathing (1) A certified family child care home must have at least one flush toilet and one handwashing sink available to children at all times. (a) Toilets must be supplied with toilet paper. (b) All handwashing sinks must: (A) Have m…

414-360-0840 Prevention and Management of Hazards (1) A provider must ensure that the following items are inaccessible to children as defined in OAR 414-360-0100(21): (a) All toxic or potentially dangerous items; (b) Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting supplies and equipment; (…

414-360-0850 Maintenance and Sanitation (1) The certified family child care home and grounds shall be kept clean and free of litter or rubbish and unused or inoperable equipment, and vehicles. (2) Unused appliances, such as old refrigerators or freezers, that present a risk for e…

414-360-0860 Fire Protection (1) Doorways, evacuation routes, and exits must be kept free of materials, furniture, equipment and debris to allow unobstructed access to the outdoors. The provider must complete a daily inspection to ensure that evacuation routes are clear and exits…

414-360-0900 Furniture, Equipment and Play Materials (1) A provider must ensure that furniture used by child care children is: (a) Cleanable; (b) Safely constructed and lead free, with no rough or sharp edges or loose parts; and (c) In good working condition and repair with no ho…

414-360-0920 Outdoor Play Area (1) A provider must provide an outdoor play area that: (a) Children can reach safely; and (b) Is no less than 75 square feet for each child using the space at one time. (2) If an outdoor play area is not connected to or in direct control of the prov…

414-360-1000 Handwashing (1) Caregivers and children must wash their hands with soap and warm running water: (a) After using the toilet; (b) After diaper changing; (c) After assisting someone with toileting; (d) Before handling food; (e) Before and after eating; (f) Before assist…

414-360-1010 Illness (1) A provider must not accept a child into care who: (a) Is diagnosed as having or being a carrier of a child care restrictable disease, as defined in Oregon Health Authority administrative rules, except with the written approval of the public health adminis…

414-360-1020 Injuries (1) A provider must complete a report of any serious injury or incident, and include: (a) The child’s full name and age; (b) The date of occurrence, time, type, circumstances, witnesses, and location at the home or off-site; (c) Time and date of notification…

414-360-1030 Medications (1) Before a provider gives a child any prescription or non-prescription medication, including, but not limited to, pain relievers, cough syrup, and nose drops, the provider must: (a) Have a signed, dated, written authorization by the parent(s) on file (a…

414-360-1050 Care of Children with Specific Needs When caring for a child who has or is at increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional condition and who requires health and related services of a type or amount beyond that required by children ge…

414-360-1100 Food and Food Service (1) A provider must ensure that all food and beverages are selected, stored, prepared and served in a sanitary manner. (2) Children must not be in the kitchen or food preparation areas when foods are being prepared unless a caregiver is present …

414-360-1200 Transportation and Field Trips (1) If a provider transports children, the provider must be in compliance with all applicable state laws, including current vehicle insurance that covers the driver, the vehicle, and all occupants. (2) A provider must not transport chil…

414-360-1230 Passenger Restraints and Vehicles (1) A provider must meet the following passenger restraint and seating rules to ensure children’s safety during transportation: (a) The manufacturer’s maximum seating capacity for the vehicle is not exceeded; (b) Child passenger rest…

414-360-1300 Swimming and Water Activities (1) A provider must have written permission from each child’s parent before engaging in any swimming activities. (2) A provider must provide constant sight and sound supervision of children around any bodies of water. (3) A provider must…

414-360-1400 Animals (1) A provider must ensure that any animal accessible to child care children is: (a) In good health and shows no signs of carrying disease; (b) Friendly toward children with no signs or history of aggression; (c) Kept free of fleas, ticks, and worms; (d) Full…

414-360-1500 Night Care (1) A provider is subject to these rules when providing night care as defined in OAR 414-360-0100(27). (2) A provider must: (a) Be awake for the arrival and departure of each child in night care; and (b) Be present on the same floor level as the child care…

414-360-1610 Sanctions-Suspension, Denial, and Revocation (1) CCLD may immediately, and without prior notice, suspend a provider’s certification when, in the opinion of CCLD, such action is necessary to protect the children from physical or mental abuse or a substantial threat to…

414-360-1620 Civil Penalty (1) CCLD may assess a civil penalty of up to $1200 per violation of these rules or terms and conditions of certification. (2) CCLD may assess a civil penalty in addition to any other appropriate legal action, considering: (a) Numbers of previous violati…

414-425-0000 Purpose and Scope (1) Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 414-425-0000 through 414-425-0040 are the CCLD’s minimum requirements for school age recorded programs. The purpose of these rules is to collect and publish information on school age recorded programs and requir…

414-425-0010 Definitions (1) “Central Background Registry” means CCLD’s Registry of individuals who have been approved to be associated with a child care facility in Oregon pursuant to ORS 329A.030 and OAR 414‐061‐0000 through 414‐061‐0120. (2) “Child Care” means the care, superv…

414-425-0020 Application for a Program Record (1) No person or organization shall operate a school age recorded program without an active program record issued by the Child Care Licensing Division (CCLD). (2) Application for program record shall be made on forms provided by CCLD.…

414-425-0025 Issuance of a School Age Program Record (1) CCLD shall issue a program record to a person or organization operating a school age program if CCLD determines that the applicant meets the requirements of ORS 329A.250(13)(a-c) and 329A.255; and OAR 414-250-000 through 41…

414-425-0030 General Requirements (1) Through December 31, 2022, the school age recorded program must assure that criminal background checks are done on all staff and volunteers prior to having contact with children in the program. Enrollment in the Central Background Registry as…