Washington Administrative Code
Title 388 - Social and Health Services, Department of
CHILD CARE AGENCIES/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
Chapter 388-145 - Licensing requirements for group care facilities and services
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES AND TOYS
Environment, Space and Equipment
Section 388-145-1595 - Are there room requirements for a group care facility?
Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 388-145-1595
Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024
(1) You must meet the following room requirements to operate a group care facility:
(a) Provide rooms that are ample in size and
properly furnished for the number of children you serve;
(b) Have a dining room area that is ample in
size and suitably furnished for your residents;
(c) Provide a room or area that is used as an
administrative office. In addition, suitable offices must be provided for case
management staff. In facilities caring for fewer than thirteen children, these
offices may be combined with the administrative office;
(d) Provide a space that can be used as a
visiting area; and
(e) Maintain the
temperature within your facility at a reasonable level when occupied. You must
consider the age and needs of the children under your care in determining
appropriate temperature.
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