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.

At the time of this inspection, licensor observed the gate in the outdoor play space was not self-closing or self-latching. Provider stated she has a scheduled maintenance request to repair the gate. 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;

At the time of this inspection, licensor observed both emergency exit doors were locked from the inside with the use of a deadbolt. Provider corrected while licensor was on site.

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