Part XIII. Transportation
8VAC20-800-980. Written permission for transportation and field trips.
A. General written permission shall be obtained from the parent of each child for the provider to take the child off the premises of the family day home. The general written permission shall be on a form that lists regularly scheduled trips (e.g., library, store, playground) and the driver, if the child is to be transported.
B. Special written permission shall be obtained from the parent of each child for the provider to take the child on special field trips (those not regularly scheduled). The written special permission shall specify destination, duration of trip, and driver, if the child is to be transported.
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Former 22VAC40-111-980 derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 7, eff. July 1, 2010; renumbered, Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.
8VAC20-800-990. Requirements for drivers.
A. Drivers must be 18 years of age or older.
B. The provider shall ensure that during transportation of children the driver has:
1. A valid driver's license;
2. The name, address, and telephone number of the family day home;
3. A copy of the parent's written permission to transport the child;
4. A copy of each child's emergency contact information as required in 8VAC20-800-60 B 2;
5. Emergency supplies as required in 8VAC20-800-760; and
6. A mechanism for making telephone calls to emergency responders and parents (e.g., change, calling card, cellular phone).
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Former 22VAC40-111-990 derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 7, eff. July 1, 2010; amended and renumbered, Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.
8VAC20-800-1000. Requirements for vehicles.
The provider shall ensure that the vehicle used for transportation:
1. Meets the safety standards set by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles;
2. Is kept in satisfactory condition to assure the safety of children;
3. Is licensed and insured according to state law;
4. Was manufactured for the purpose of transporting people seated in an enclosed area; and
5. Has seats that are attached to the floor.
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Former 22VAC40-111-1000 derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 7, eff. July 1, 2010; renumbered, Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.