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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a) For every child who has reached the age of 12 months, child care facilities and public and private nursery schools, preschools, and kindergartens shall require proof of screening for lead poisoning for admission or continued enrollment.
(b) Except in the case of enrollment in kindergarten, the screening under subsection (a) of this section may be done within 60 calendar days of the date of enrollment.
(c) A child's parent or guardian must provide 1 of the following:
(1) A statement from the child's primary health-care provider that the child has received a screening for lead poisoning.
(2) A certificate signed by the parent or guardian stating that the screening is contrary to the parent's or guardian's religious beliefs.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 16. Health and Safety § 2603. Screening prior to child care or school enrollment - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-16-health-and-safety/de-code-sect-16-2603/
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