110-300-0145(11) · Prior to licensing, exiting mechanisms on gates from a licensed outdoor play area to unlicensed space must be equipped with a self-closing and self-latching mechanism (shuts automatically when released from an individual’s control). A gate that is not an emergency exit must be locked or self-closing and self-latching.

Licensor observed emergency gate to not be self-latching when released from licensor's hand. Gate was observed to have a wood blocking the gate from closing completely which prevented gate from latching. Risk WAC/RCW

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110-300-0166(3)(a) · To ensure a safe exit from the premises during an emergency, early learning providers must comply with the following requirements: (a) Emergency exit doors must remain unlocked from the inside, but may be locked from the outside while the early learning program is open. The door handle must be of the type that can be opened from the inside without the use of a key, tools, or special knowledge, and must automatically unlock when the knob or handle is turned;

Licensor observed entry door / emergency exit to be locked by provider. Licensor also observed a child lock on the doorknob that needs special knowledge in order to be opened. Risk WAC/RCW

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110-300-0505(1)(2) · (1) Postings listed in subsection (2) of this section that are part of an early learning program must be clearly visible to parents, guardians, and early learning program staff. (2) Postings on early learning premises must include: (a) The child care license, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0010; (b) Floor plan with emergency routes and exits identified in each child care area, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0400(1)(b)(i) and 110-300-0470(2)(a)(i); (c) Dietary restrictions, known allergies, and nutrition requirements, if applicable, in a location easily accessible for staff but not available to those who are not parents or guardians of the enrolled child, pursuant to 110-300-0186(8); (d)Handwashing practices at each handwashing sink, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0200(1); (e) If applicable, diaper changing or stand-up diapering procedure at each diapering station, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0220 and 110-300-0221(1)(d); (f) Pesticide treatment, if applicable, pursuant to RCW 43.216.280 and 17.21.410(1)(d); (g) Emergency numbers and information, including but not limited to: (i) 911 or emergency services number; (ii) Name, address and directions from the nearest arterial street or nearest cross street to the facility; (iii) The department’s toll-free number; (iv) Washington poison center toll-free number; and (v) The department’s child protective services; (h) The location of emergency medical information for children and staff; (i) A notice of any current or pending enforcement action, including probationary licenses pursuant to RCW 43.216.687. Notice must be posted: (i) Immediately upon receipt; and (ii) For at least two weeks or until the violation causing the enforcement action is corrected, whichever is longer. (j) A notice of safe sleep violation in the licensed space as required by WAC 110-300-0291(2), if applicable; (k) “No smoking” and “No vaping” signs, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0420(2)(f); (l) A copy of a department approved waiver or variance from a rule of this chapter, if applicable. Waivers or variances must be posted for parent or guardian view when related to the overall program (not related to any specific child), and as long as the waiver or variance is approved; (m) Insurance coverage, or a lapse or termination of such coverage if applicable, pursuant to RCW 43.216.700; and (n) Any other information listed in RCW 43.216.687.