Washington Administrative Code
2023 Archive

Chapter 110-301 WAC
Last Update: 4/27/21

FOUNDATIONAL QUALITY STANDARDS FOR SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAMS
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WAC Sections
SECTION I
INTENT AND AUTHORITY
110-301-0001Intent and authority.
110-301-0005Definitions.
110-301-0010License required.
110-301-0015Program director and site director simultaneous absence.
110-301-0016Inactive status—Voluntary and temporary closure.
110-301-0020Unlicensed programs.
110-301-0025Certified and exempt programs.
110-301-0030Nondiscrimination.
110-301-0035Department access to agency premises, records, programs, and staff.
SECTION II
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS
110-301-0085Family partnerships and communication.
SECTION III
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TRAINING, AND REQUIREMENTS
110-301-0100General staff qualifications.
110-301-0105Preservice requirements.
110-301-0106Training requirements.
110-301-0107In-service training.
110-301-0110Program based staff policies and training.
110-301-0111Staff oversight.
110-301-0115Staff records.
110-301-0120Providing for personal, professional, and health needs of staff.
SECTION IV
SPACE AND FURNISHINGS
110-301-0130Indoor school-age program space.
110-301-0135Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort.
110-301-0140Room arrangement, child-related displays, private space, and belongings.
110-301-0145Outdoor school-age program space.
110-301-0146Equipment and surfaces in outdoor school-age program space.
110-301-0147Weather conditions and outdoor hazards.
110-301-0148Gardens in outdoor school-age program space.
SECTION V
ACTIVITIES
110-301-0150Program and activities.
110-301-0155Use of television, video, and computers.
110-301-0160Promoting acceptance of diversity.
SECTION VI
SAFETY
110-301-0165Safety requirements.
110-301-0166Emergency preparation and exiting.
110-301-0170Fire safety.
110-301-0175Water hazards and swimming pools.
SECTION VII
FOOD AND NUTRITION
110-301-0180Meal and snack schedule.
110-301-0185Menus, milk, and food.
110-301-0186Food allergies and special dietary needs.
110-301-0190Parent or guardian provided food and written food plans.
110-301-0195Food service, equipment, and practices.
110-301-0196Food sources.
110-301-0197Safe food practices.
110-301-0198Food preparation areas.
SECTION VIII
HEALTH PRACTICES
110-301-0200Handwashing and hand sanitizer.
110-301-0205Child and staff illness.
110-301-0210Immunizations and exempt children.
110-301-0215Medication.
110-301-0220Bathroom space.
110-301-0225Pets and animals.
110-301-0230First aid—CPR certification and supplies.
110-301-0235Safe water sources.
110-301-0236Safe drinking water.
SECTION IX
CLEANING AND SANITATION
110-301-0240Clean and healthy environment.
110-301-0241Cleaning schedules.
110-301-0245Laundry and equipment.
110-301-0250Private septic systems.
110-301-0255Pest control.
110-301-0260Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies.
SECTION X
LEARNING SUPPORTS
110-301-0300Individual care plan.
110-301-0305Program philosophy and planning.
110-301-0310Concept development and feedback quality.
110-301-0315Communication modeling and reasoning.
110-301-0320Facilitating child interests, learning, perspective, and productivity.
SECTION XI
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION
110-301-0325Creating a climate for healthy child development.
110-301-0330Positive relationships and child guidance.
110-301-0331Prohibited behavior, discipline, and physical removal of children.
110-301-0335Physical restraint.
110-301-0340Expulsion.
SECTION XII
PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND ORGANIZATION
110-301-0345Supervising children.
110-301-0350Supervising children during water activities.
110-301-0354Indoor school-age program space capacity.
110-301-0356School-age capacity, ratio, and group size.
110-301-0360Program and daily schedule.
SECTION XIII
LICENSING PROCESS
110-301-0400Application materials.
110-301-0401License fees.
110-301-0402Changing school-age program space or location.
110-301-0410License and program location.
110-301-0411License transfer.
110-301-0415Zoning, codes, and ordinances.
110-301-0420Prohibited substances.
110-301-0425Initial, nonexpiring, dual licenses, and license modification.
110-301-0435Waiver from department rules—WAC.
110-301-0436Variance from department rules—WAC.
110-301-0440Facility licensing compliance agreements, nonreferral status, probationary license, and provider rights.
110-301-0443Enforcement actions, notice, and appeal.
SECTION XIV
RECORDS, POLICIES, REPORTING AND POSTING
110-301-0450Parent or guardian handbook and related policies.
110-301-0455Attendance records.
110-301-0460Child records.
110-301-0465Retaining facility and program records.
110-301-0470Emergency preparedness plan.
110-301-0475Duty to protect children and report incidents.
110-301-0480Transportation and off-site activity policy.
110-301-0485Termination of services policy.
110-301-0486Expulsion policy.
110-301-0490Child restraint policy.
110-301-0495Consistent care policy.
110-301-0500Health policy.
110-301-0505Postings.