OAR 414-300-0020
Exceptions to Rules


(1)

OCC may grant an exception to an individual rule (OAR 414-300-0000 (Applicability of Rules) through 414-300-0415 (Civil Penalty)) for a specified period of time when:

(a)

A requirement does not apply to the facility; or

(b)

The intent of the requirement can be met by a method not specified in the applicable rule.

(2)

The operator shall request an exception to a rule on a form provided by OCC. The request shall include:

(a)

A justification for the requested exception; and

(b)

An explanation of how the center will meet the intent of the rule.

(3)

No exception to a rule shall be granted:

(a)

If the requirement is established by statute; or

(b)

Unless the health, safety, and well-being of the children are ensured.

(4)

Exceptions may not be implemented until approval is received from OCC.

(5)

The granting of an exception to a rule shall not set a precedent, and each request shall be evaluated on its own merits.
(6) OCC may withdraw approval of an exception at any time, if deemed necessary to ensure the health, safety and well-being of the children.

Source: Rule 414-300-0020 — Exceptions to Rules, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=414-300-0020.

414‑300‑0000
Applicability of Rules
414‑300‑0005
Definitions
414‑300‑0010
Application for a Child Care Certificate
414‑300‑0015
Issuance of a Child Care Certificate
414‑300‑0020
Exceptions to Rules
414‑300‑0030
General Requirements
414‑300‑0040
Enrollment
414‑300‑0050
Arrival and Departure
414‑300‑0060
Record Keeping
414‑300‑0070
General Requirements
414‑300‑0080
Director — Qualifications and Duties
414‑300‑0090
Head Teacher — Qualifications and Duties
414‑300‑0100
Teacher
414‑300‑0110
Teacher Aides
414‑300‑0115
School-Age Multi-Site Programs — Additional Staff
414‑300‑0120
Staff Training
414‑300‑0130
Staff/Child Ratios and Group Size
414‑300‑0140
Indoor Space
414‑300‑0150
Outdoor Space
414‑300‑0160
Fire Protection
414‑300‑0170
Hazards and Emergencies
414‑300‑0180
Sanitation
414‑300‑0190
Toilet Facilities
414‑300‑0200
Kitchens
414‑300‑0205
Testing for Lead in Drinking Water
414‑300‑0210
Furniture
414‑300‑0215
Infant and Toddler Furniture and Equipment
414‑300‑0220
Illness or Injury
414‑300‑0230
Medications
414‑300‑0240
Animals in the Center
414‑300‑0250
Food Selection, Storage, and Preparation
414‑300‑0260
Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Storage of Food Service Equipment and Utensils
414‑300‑0270
Nutrition
414‑300‑0280
Meals and Snacks
414‑300‑0290
Program Plan
414‑300‑0295
Program of Activities for All Children
414‑300‑0300
Infant and Toddler Program of Activities
414‑300‑0310
Preschool-Age Program of Activities
414‑300‑0320
School-Age Program of Activities
414‑300‑0330
Guidance and Discipline
414‑300‑0340
Equipment and Materials
414‑300‑0350
Transportation
414‑300‑0360
Night Care
414‑300‑0380
Swimming Activities
414‑300‑0390
Drop-in Care
414‑300‑0400
Suspension, Denial and Revocation
414‑300‑0415
Civil Penalty
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 414-300-0020’s source at or​.us