PDFWAC 110-301-0220

Bathroom space.

(1) For any program that does not operate on public or private school premises, a school-age provider must provide at least one indoor bathroom in the licensed space that has the following:
(a) A school-age program must have one working flush toilet for every thirty children and staff. One-third of the toilets may be replaced by a urinal.
Toilets for staff may be located outside of licensed space on the premises.
(b) A school-age program must have one working sink and faucet for every thirty children and staff.
(i) A faucet used for handwashing must provide warm running water.
(ii) Sinks and faucets must be located inside the bathroom or immediately outside the bathroom.
(iii) Sinks and faucets for staff may be outside of licensed space on the school-age premises.
(iv) Water controls on bathroom sinks must be accessible for the intended user.
(v) Bathroom sinks must not be used as a drinking source or for food preparation.
(c) A means of providing privacy for children who demonstrate the need for privacy while toileting;
(d) A toilet paper dispenser for each toilet that is appropriate for the height and size of children;
(e) An operable window or exhaust fan; and
(f) An easily cleanable floor.
(i) Floors must have a washable surface; and
(ii) Be resistant to moisture.
(2) Bathroom floors must be cleaned and disinfected daily, or more often as needed.
(3) For any program that does not operate on public or private school premises and is equipped with a bathtub or shower, the provider must ensure that:
(a) The floor covering around it is resistant to slipping; or
(b) It is equipped with a grab bar for use when entering and exiting.
(4) Toilet plungers and toilet brushes must be inaccessible to children.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.216.055 and 43.216.065. WSR 21-10-035, § 110-301-0220, filed 4/27/21, effective 6/1/21.]