(1) Safety training is part of the long-term care worker requirements. It is a three hour training that must meet the requirements of WAC 388-112A-0230 and include basic safety precautions, emergency procedures, and infection control.

(2) The following individuals must complete safety training:

(a) All long-term care workers who are not exempt from certification as described in RCW 18.88B.041 hired after January 7, 2012, must complete three hours of safety training. This safety training must be provided by qualified instructors that meet the requirements in WAC 388-112A-1260.

(3) The department must approve safety training curricula and instructors.

(4) There is no test for safety training.