- (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.
KEY: child care facilities, licensed family child care
Date of Last Change: June 5, 2026
Notice of Continuation: June 17, 2025
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-2-402