110-300-0166(3)(c) · To ensure a safe exit from the premises during an emergency, early learning providers must comply with the following requirements: (c) Exit doors must not be partially or entirely blocked.

0166(3)(c) - Licensor observed toddler 1 room with 3 doors, each to have a baby gate at the doorway. Provider needs to take a baby gate off doorway that is designated as the emergency exit. Other 2 doorways can keep the gate. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(8) Short Term

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110-300-0106(8) · License applicants and early learning providers licensed to care for infants must complete the safe sleep training as approved or offered by the department. This training must be completed annually and: (a) Prior to being licensed; (b) Prior to caring for infants; or (c) According to subsection (1) of this section. Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions.

0106(8) - Multiple teachers have not completed or have expired safe sleep training. 0106(

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110-300-0146(1)(a)(b) · Playground equipment and surfacing used by an early learning provider must comply with applicable CPSC guidelines, as now and hereafter amended including, but not limited to, installing, arranging, designing, constructing, and maintaining outdoor play equipment and surfacing. (a) Climbing play equipment must not be placed on or above concrete, asphalt, packed soil, lumber, or similar hard surfaces;(b) The ground under swings and play equipment must be covered by a shock absorbing material (grass alone is not an acceptable) such as: (i) Pea gravel at least nine inches deep; (ii) Playground wood chips at least nine inches deep; (iii) Shredded recycled rubber at least six inches deep; or (iv) Any material that has a certificate of compliance, label, or documentation stating it meets ASTM standards F1292.

1. Secure the climbing dome OR remove it. Properly install the mats as they have gaps in between them in certain sections. In addition, clean out the leaves that are in the gaps. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0165(3)(b) Serious 12/26/2022

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110-300-0165(3)(b) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. An early learning provider must take measures intended to prevent other hazards to children in care in early learning program space including, but not limited to: (b) Burns. Equipment, materials, or products that may be hot enough to injure a child must be made inaccessible to children;

Crib was observed by window. Outlets throughout site were observed to be tamper resistant but were not adequately installed, some were not tamper resistant and others by water were observed to not be GFCI and tamper resistant. Heavy shelving units and items stored on top of shelvings require securing. In the restroom there is a baseboard heater that is still operable and gets hot to touch. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0165(5)(b) Serious 12/26/2022

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110-300-0165(5)(b) · To ensure a safe environment for children in care, an early learning provider must comply with the following electrical requirements: (b) Outlets near sinks, tubs, toilets, or other water sources must be inaccessible to children or be tamper-resistant and equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet type;

Crib was observed by window. Outlets throughout site were observed to be tamper resistant but were not adequately installed, some were not tamper resistant and others by water were observed to not be GFCI and tamper resistant. Heavy shelving units and items stored on top of shelvings require securing. In the restroom there is a baseboard heater that is still operable and gets hot to touch. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0170(3)(b) Serious 12/26/2022

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110-300-0170(3)(b) · To ensure a safe environment for children in care, an early learning provider must comply with the following fire safety requirements: (b) Furnaces and other heating devices. (i) Paper, rubbish, or other combustible materials must be at least three feet from furnaces, fireplaces, or other heating devices; (ii) Furnaces and other heating devices must be inaccessible to children in care; and (iii) An appliance or heating device that has a surface capable of burning a child or reaching 110 degrees Fahrenheit must be inaccessible to children in care unless a program activity involves such an appliance or device and children are being actively supervised.

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110-300-0470(4)(b) · An early learning provider must practice and record emergency drills with staff and children as follows: (b) Earthquake, lockdown, or shelter-in-place drill once every three calendar months;

Staff did not have documentation of reviewing the Disaster Plan. Drill were not conducted quarterly. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0110(4) Short Term

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110-300-0215(2) · Medication training. An early learning provider must not give medication to a child if the provider has not successfully completed: (a) An orientation about the early learning program’s medication policies and procedures; (b) The department standardized training course in medication administration that includes a competency assessment pursuant to WAC 110-300-0106(10) or equivalent training; and (c) If applicable, a training from a child’s parents or guardian (or an appointed designee) for special medical procedures that are part of a child’s individual care plan. This training must be documented and signed by the provider and the child’s parent or guardian (or designee).

Staff listed in MERIT do not have documentation of Initial/Basic trainings or documentation medication training. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(1) Long Term

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110-300-0106(1) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. Early learning providers licensed, working, or volunteering in an early learning program before the date this section becomes effective must complete the applicable training requirements of this section within three months of the date this section becomes effective unless otherwise indicated. State or federal rules may require health and safety training described under this chapter to be renewed annually. Early learning providers hired after the date this section becomes effective must complete the training requirements of subsections (4) through (10) of this section within three months of the date of hire and prior to working in an unsupervised capacity with children.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(10) Short Term

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110-300-0106(10) · Early learning providers who directly care for children must complete the prevention of exposure to blood and body fluids training that meets Washington state department of labor and industries' requirements prior to being granted a license or working with children. This training must be repeated pursuant to Washington state department of labor and industries regulations.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(11) Short Term

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110-300-0106(11) · Family home licensees, center directors, assistant directors, program supervisors, lead teachers, assistant teachers, and any other early learning providers counted in staff-to-child ratio, or who could potentially be counted in ratio, must be trained in first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). (a) Proof of training can be shown with a certification card, certificate, or instructor letter. (b) The first-aid and CPR training and certification must: (i) Be delivered in person and include a hands-on component for first aid and CPR demonstrated in front of an instructor certified by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or other nationally recognized certification program; (ii) Include child and adult first-aid and CPR; and (iii) Infant first-aid and CPR, if applicable.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed

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110-300-0106(3) · License applicants, center directors, assistant directors, program supervisors, lead teachers, assistant teachers, and aides must complete the child care basics training as approved or offered by the department: (a) Prior to being granted a license; (b) Prior to working unsupervised with children; or (c) Within three months of the date this section becomes effective if already employed or being promoted to a new role.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(4) Short Term

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110-300-0106(4) · Early learning providers must complete the recognizing and reporting suspected child abuse, neglect, and exploitation training as approved or offered by the department according to subsection (1) of this section. Training must include the prevention of child abuse and neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020 and mandatory reporting requirements under RCW 26.44.030.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(7) Short Term

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110-300-0106(7) · Early learning providers must complete the serving children experiencing homelessness training as approved or offered by the department according to subsection (1) of this section.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(9) Short Term

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110-300-0106(9) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. Family home licensees, center directors, assistant directors, program supervisors, and lead teachers must complete the medication management and administration training as approved or offered by the department prior to giving medication to an enrolled child, or as indicated in subsecton (1) of this section.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0115(1) Long Term

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110-300-0115(1) · An early learning provider must establish a records system for themselves, household members, staff, and volunteers that complies with the requirements of this chapter. Early learning program staff records must be: (a) Verified by the licensee, center director, assistant director, or program supervisor; (b) Entered and maintained in the electronic workforce registry, if applicable. Paper records may be discarded once entered into the electronic workforce registry and confirmed by the department; (c) Updated to delete staff names from the electronic workforce registry when no longer employed at the early learning program; and (d) Kept on-site or in the program’s administrative office in a manner that allows the department to review the records.

Staff information was not present in MERIT. Staff TB test date, Food Handler's date, CPR/First Aid and BBP has to be entered into the system. Staff are also required to submit their highschool diploma and/or college transcripts to MERIT. Staff were also missing documentation from their file of their emergency contact information and MMR date. Staff did not have documentation of training per WAC 110-300-0110. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0115(3) Short Term

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110-300-0115(3) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. A licensee, center director, assistant director, or program supervisor must maintain the following records for each early learning provider and program staff in a confidential manner. These records must be reviewable by the department and must include at a minimum: (a) A copy of current government issued photo identification; (b) Emergency contact information; (c) Completed employment application or resume; (d) Annual observation, evaluation, and feedback information; (e) The licensee’s Social Security Number, Federal EIN, or a written document stating the licensee does not possess either; and (f) Immunization records including exemption documents (center early learning programs only.)

Staff information was not present in MERIT. Staff TB test date, Food Handler's date, CPR/First Aid and BBP has to be entered into the system. Staff are also required to submit their highschool diploma and/or college transcripts to MERIT. Staff were also missing documentation from their file of their emergency contact information and MMR date. Staff did not have documentation of training per WAC 110-300-0110. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0410(4) Serious

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110-300-0410(4) · (4) An early learning provider must prevent enrolled children from being exposed to the following known hazards within and around the licensed premises: (a) Lead based paint; (b) Plumbing and fixtures containing lead or lead solders; (c) Asbestos; (d) Arsenic, lead, or copper in the soil or drinking water; (e) Toxic mold; and (f) Other identified toxins or hazards.

Mold was observed by the sink in Pre-K kitchen. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0470(1) Short Term

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110-300-0470(1) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. An early learning provider must have and follow a written emergency preparedness plan. The plan must be reviewed and approved by the department prior to when changes are made. Emergency preparedness plans must: (a) Be designed to respond to fire, natural disasters, and other emergencies that might affect the early learning program; (b) Be specific to the early learning program and able to be implemented during hours of operation; (c) Address what the provider would do if the provider has an emergency and children may be left unsupervised; (d) Address what the early learning program must do if parents are not able to get to their children for up to three days; (e) Must follow requirements in chapter 212-12 WAC , Fire marshal standards, as now or hereafter amended and the state fire marshal's office requirements if a center early learning program; (f) Be reviewed at program orientation, annually with all early learning program staff with documented signatures, and when the plan is updated; (g) Be reviewed with parents or guardians when a child is enrolled and when the plan is updated.

Staff did not have documentation of reviewing the Disaster Plan. Drill were not conducted quarterly. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0470(4)(b) Short Term

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110-300-0110(4) · Non-Compliances: This section of the Inspection Report lists non-compliances found during any licensing inspection. Information from this section will be reported to Child Care Check and be can be used to determine current and future licensing and enforcement actions. An early learning provider must develop, deliver, and document the delivery of early learning staff training specific to the early learning program and premises. (a) Training topics must include: (i) Staff policies listed in subsections (2) and (3) of this section; (ii) Chapter 43.216 RCW; and (iii) Chapters 110-300 and 110-06 WAC. (b) Training must be updated with changes in program policies and state or federal regulations.

All staff were missing documentation from their files. WAC/RCW Correction Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0106(5) Short Term

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110-300-0106(5) · Early learning providers must complete the emergency preparedness training as approved or offered by the department (applicable to the early learning program where they work or volunteer) according to subsection (1) of this section.

Staff were missing documentation of training from MERIT and/or their files.

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