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Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

8VAC20-780-290: General physical plant requirements for centers serving children of preschool age or younger

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Where this section sits in the code
  1. Title 8. Education
  2. Agency 20. State Board of Education
  3. Chapter 780. Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers
  4. Part IV. Physical plant

In areas used by children of preschool age or younger, the following shall apply:

1. Guardrails and handrails shall be provided in accordance with the USBC (13VAC5-62) in effect at time of first occupancy or construction.

2. Fans, when used, shall be out of reach of children and cords shall be secured so as not to create a tripping hazard.

3. Electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children.

Collected 2026-09-14T04:47:49Z. Source file · JSON

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