Washington Administrative Code
2023 Archive

Chapter 110-302 WAC
Last Update: 5/1/23

FOUNDATIONAL QUALITY STANDARDS FOR OUTDOOR NATURE-BASED CHILD CARE
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INTENT AND AUTHORITY
110-302-0001Authority.
110-302-0005Definitions.
110-302-0010License required.
110-302-0011License transfers.
110-302-0015ONB program managers' simultaneous absence.
110-302-0016Inactive status—Voluntary and temporary closure.
110-302-0020Unlicensed programs.
110-302-0025Certified and exempt ONB programs.
110-302-0030Nondiscrimination.
110-302-0035Department access to agency premises, records, ONB programs, and staff.
CHILD OUTCOMES
110-302-0055Developmental screening and communication to parents or guardians.
110-302-0065School readiness and family engagement activities.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS
110-302-0080Family support self-assessment.
110-302-0085Family partnerships and communication.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TRAINING, AND REQUIREMENTS
110-302-0100General staff qualifications for ONB programs.
110-302-0105Preservice requirements.
110-302-0106Training requirements.
110-302-0107In-service training.
110-302-0110ONB program-based staff policies and training.
110-302-0111Staff oversight.
110-302-0115Staff records.
110-302-0120Providing for the personal, professional, and health needs of staff.
110-302-0125Character, competence, and suitability to serve children in care—Professional evaluations.
ENVIRONMENT SPACE AND FURNISHINGS
110-302-0130Indoor and permanently located outdoor classroom ONB program space.
110-302-0135Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort.
110-302-0140Space arrangement, child-related displays, private space, and belongings.
110-302-0145ONB program space and active play.
110-302-0146Equipment and surfaces in outdoor space.
110-302-0147Weather conditions and outdoor hazards.
110-302-0148Gardens in ONB program space.
ACTIVITIES
110-302-0150ONB program and activities.
110-302-0155Use of television, video, and computers.
110-302-0160Promoting diversity and belonging.
SAFETY
110-302-0165Safety requirements.
110-302-0166Emergency preparation and exiting.
110-302-0170Fire safety.
110-302-0175Water hazards and swimming pools.
FOOD AND NUTRITION
110-302-0180Meal and snack schedule.
110-302-0185Menus, milk, and food.
110-302-0186Food allergies and special dietary needs.
110-302-0190Parent- or guardian-provided food and written food plans.
110-302-0195Food service, equipment, and practices.
110-302-0196Food sources.
110-302-0197Safe food practices.
110-302-0198Food preparation areas.
HEALTH PRACTICES
110-302-0200Handwashing and hand sanitizer.
110-302-0205Child and staff illness.
110-302-0210Immunizations and exempt children.
110-302-0215Medication.
110-302-0220Bathroom space and toileting.
110-302-0221Diaper changing areas and disposal.
110-302-0225Pets and animals.
110-302-0230First-aid and CPR certification and supplies.
110-302-0235Safe water sources.
110-302-0236Safe drinking water.
CLEANING AND SANITATION
110-302-0240Clean and healthy environment.
110-302-0241Cleaning schedules.
110-302-0245Laundry and equipment.
110-302-0250Private septic systems.
110-302-0255Pest control.
110-302-0260Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies.
SLEEP AND REST
110-302-0265Sleep, rest, and equipment.
INTERACTIONS AND CURRICULUM LEARNING SUPPORTS
110-302-0300Individual care plan.
110-302-0305Curriculum philosophy and planning.
110-302-0310Concept development and feedback quality.
110-302-0315Language and communication modeling and reasoning.
110-302-0320Facilitating child interests, learning, perspective, and productivity.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION
110-302-0325Creating a climate for healthy child development.
110-302-0330Positive relationships and child guidance.
110-302-0331Prohibited behavior, discipline, and physical removal of children.
110-302-0335Physical restraint.
110-302-0340Expulsion.
ONB PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND ORGANIZATION
110-302-0345Supervising children.
110-302-0346Plant foraging activities.
110-302-0347Supervising children who are climbing natural features.
110-302-0350Supervising children during water activities.
110-302-0351ONB program campfire activity supervision and safety.
110-302-0352ONB program tool activity supervision and safety.
110-302-0353ONB program encountering wildlife supervision and safety.
110-302-0354Indoor ONB program space capacity.
110-302-0356ONB program capacity, ratio, and group size.
110-302-0357ONB mixed age group capacity, ratio, and group size.
110-302-0360ONB program and daily schedule.
ONB PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND OVERSIGHT
LICENSING PROCESS
110-302-0400Application materials.
110-302-0401Licensing fees.
110-302-0402Changing ONB program space or location.
110-302-0410License and program location.
110-302-0415Zoning, codes, and ordinances.
110-302-0420Prohibited substances.
110-302-0425Initial, nonexpiring, dual licenses, and license modifications.
110-302-0435Waiver from department rules.
110-302-0436Variance from department rules.
110-302-0440Facility licensing compliance agreements, nonreferral status, probationary license, and ONB provider rights.
110-302-0443Enforcement actions—Notice and appeal.
RECORDS, POLICIES, REPORTING, AND POSTING
110-302-0450Parent or guardian handbook and related policies.
110-302-0455Attendance records.
110-302-0460Child records.
110-302-0465Retaining facility and ONB program records.
110-302-0470Emergency preparedness plan.
110-302-0471ONB benefit-risk assessments, risk management policies, and waivers.
110-302-0475Duty to protect children and report incidents.
110-302-0480Transportation and off-site activity policy.
110-302-0485Termination of services policy.
110-302-0486Expulsion policy.
110-302-0490Child restraint policy.
110-302-0495Consistent care policy.
110-302-0500Health policy.
110-302-0505Postings.