(a) A director must be present a minimum of 75 percent of the program's operating hours each week or a minimum of 30 hours per week, whichever is less, to ensure the operation complies with all minimum standards, unless:(1) The director is absent from the operation temporarily for vacation or other personal time off; or(2) The director is engaging in professional development activities related to the role of director.(b) If you have designated a single director for more than one operation, you must comply with the requirements specified in subsection (a) of this section no later than March 1, 2025.