Md. Code Regs. 13A.16.11.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 13A.16.11.01 - Exclusion for Acute Illness

A. Child care staff shall:

(1) Monitor a child for signs and symptoms of acute illness;

(2) Notify a child's parent or other designated person upon observing a sign or symptom of acute illness; and

(3) Provide temporary isolation for the affected child in a suitably equipped separate area within sight and hearing of an adult.

B. Except in centers for children with acute illness, an operator may not admit a child to care or allow a child to remain in care when the child is exhibiting symptoms of acute illness.

C. A child may not be readmitted to care after an absence of 3 days or more due to illness without a written statement from the parent or physician that the child may return to a regular schedule.

Md. Code Regs. 13A.16.11.01