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Chapter 110-302 WAC

Last Update: 10/3/24

FOUNDATIONAL QUALITY STANDARDS FOR OUTDOOR NATURE-BASED CHILD CARE

WAC Sections

INTENT AND AUTHORITY
HTMLPDF110-302-0001Authority.
HTMLPDF110-302-0005Definitions.
HTMLPDF110-302-0010License required.
HTMLPDF110-302-0011License transfers.
HTMLPDF110-302-0015ONB program managers' simultaneous absence.
HTMLPDF110-302-0016Inactive status—Voluntary and temporary closure.
HTMLPDF110-302-0020Unlicensed programs.
HTMLPDF110-302-0025Certified and exempt ONB programs.
HTMLPDF110-302-0030Nondiscrimination.
HTMLPDF110-302-0035Department access to agency premises, records, ONB programs, and staff.
CHILD OUTCOMES
HTMLPDF110-302-0055Developmental screening and communication to parents or guardians.
HTMLPDF110-302-0065School readiness and family engagement activities.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND PARTNERSHIPS
HTMLPDF110-302-0080Family support self-assessment.
HTMLPDF110-302-0085Family partnerships and communication.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, TRAINING, AND REQUIREMENTS
HTMLPDF110-302-0100General staff qualifications for ONB programs.
HTMLPDF110-302-0105Preservice requirements.
HTMLPDF110-302-0106Training requirements.
HTMLPDF110-302-0107In-service training.
HTMLPDF110-302-0110ONB program-based staff policies and training.
HTMLPDF110-302-0111Staff oversight.
HTMLPDF110-302-0115Staff records.
HTMLPDF110-302-0120Providing for the personal, professional, and health needs of staff.
HTMLPDF110-302-0125Character, competence, and suitability to serve children in care—Professional evaluations.
ENVIRONMENT SPACE AND FURNISHINGS
HTMLPDF110-302-0130Indoor and permanently located outdoor classroom ONB program space.
HTMLPDF110-302-0135Routine care, play, learning, relaxation, and comfort.
HTMLPDF110-302-0140Space arrangement, child-related displays, private space, and belongings.
HTMLPDF110-302-0145ONB program space and active play.
HTMLPDF110-302-0146Equipment and surfaces in outdoor space.
HTMLPDF110-302-0147Weather conditions and outdoor hazards.
HTMLPDF110-302-0148Gardens in ONB program space.
ACTIVITIES
HTMLPDF110-302-0150ONB program and activities.
HTMLPDF110-302-0155Use of television, video, and computers.
HTMLPDF110-302-0160Promoting diversity and belonging.
SAFETY
HTMLPDF110-302-0165Safety requirements.
HTMLPDF110-302-0166Emergency preparation and exiting.
HTMLPDF110-302-0170Fire safety.
HTMLPDF110-302-0175Water hazards and swimming pools.
FOOD AND NUTRITION
HTMLPDF110-302-0180Meal and snack schedule.
HTMLPDF110-302-0185Menus, milk, and food.
HTMLPDF110-302-0186Food allergies and special dietary needs.
HTMLPDF110-302-0190Parent- or guardian-provided food and written food plans.
HTMLPDF110-302-0195Food service, equipment, and practices.
HTMLPDF110-302-0196Food sources.
HTMLPDF110-302-0197Safe food practices.
HTMLPDF110-302-0198Food preparation areas.
HEALTH PRACTICES
HTMLPDF110-302-0200Handwashing and hand sanitizer.
HTMLPDF110-302-0205Child and staff illness.
HTMLPDF110-302-0210Immunizations and exempt children.
HTMLPDF110-302-0215Medication.
HTMLPDF110-302-0220Bathroom space and toileting.
HTMLPDF110-302-0221Diaper changing areas and disposal.
HTMLPDF110-302-0225Pets and animals.
HTMLPDF110-302-0230First-aid and CPR certification and supplies.
HTMLPDF110-302-0235Safe water sources.
HTMLPDF110-302-0236Safe drinking water.
CLEANING AND SANITATION
HTMLPDF110-302-0240Clean and healthy environment.
HTMLPDF110-302-0241Cleaning schedules.
HTMLPDF110-302-0245Laundry and equipment.
HTMLPDF110-302-0250Private septic systems.
HTMLPDF110-302-0255Pest control.
HTMLPDF110-302-0260Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies.
SLEEP AND REST
HTMLPDF110-302-0265Sleep, rest, and equipment.
INTERACTIONS AND CURRICULUM LEARNING SUPPORTS
HTMLPDF110-302-0300Individual care plan.
HTMLPDF110-302-0305Curriculum philosophy and planning.
HTMLPDF110-302-0310Concept development and feedback quality.
HTMLPDF110-302-0315Language and communication modeling and reasoning.
HTMLPDF110-302-0320Facilitating child interests, learning, perspective, and productivity.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AND CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION
HTMLPDF110-302-0325Creating a climate for healthy child development.
HTMLPDF110-302-0330Positive relationships and child guidance.
HTMLPDF110-302-0331Prohibited behavior, discipline, and physical removal of children.
HTMLPDF110-302-0335Physical restraint.
HTMLPDF110-302-0340Expulsion.
ONB PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND ORGANIZATION
HTMLPDF110-302-0345Supervising children.
HTMLPDF110-302-0346Plant foraging activities.
HTMLPDF110-302-0347Supervising children who are climbing natural features.
HTMLPDF110-302-0350Supervising children during water activities.
HTMLPDF110-302-0351ONB program campfire activity supervision and safety.
HTMLPDF110-302-0352ONB program tool activity supervision and safety.
HTMLPDF110-302-0353ONB program encountering wildlife supervision and safety.
HTMLPDF110-302-0354Indoor ONB program space capacity.
HTMLPDF110-302-0356ONB program capacity, ratio, and group size.
HTMLPDF110-302-0357ONB mixed age group capacity, ratio, and group size.
HTMLPDF110-302-0360ONB program and daily schedule.
ONB PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND OVERSIGHT
LICENSING PROCESS
HTMLPDF110-302-0400Application materials.
HTMLPDF110-302-0401Licensing fees.
HTMLPDF110-302-0402Changing ONB program space or location.
HTMLPDF110-302-0410License and program location.
HTMLPDF110-302-0415Zoning, codes, and ordinances.
HTMLPDF110-302-0420Prohibited substances.
HTMLPDF110-302-0425Initial, nonexpiring, dual licenses, and license modifications.
HTMLPDF110-302-0435Waiver from department rules.
HTMLPDF110-302-0436Variance from department rules.
HTMLPDF110-302-0440Facility licensing compliance agreements, nonreferral status, probationary license, and ONB provider rights.
HTMLPDF110-302-0443Enforcement actions—Notice and appeal.
RECORDS, POLICIES, REPORTING, AND POSTING
HTMLPDF110-302-0450Parent or guardian handbook and related policies.
HTMLPDF110-302-0455Attendance records.
HTMLPDF110-302-0460Child records.
HTMLPDF110-302-0465Retaining facility and ONB program records.
HTMLPDF110-302-0470Emergency preparedness plan.
HTMLPDF110-302-0471ONB benefit-risk assessments, risk management policies, and waivers.
HTMLPDF110-302-0475Duty to protect children and report incidents.
HTMLPDF110-302-0480Transportation and off-site activity policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0485Termination of services policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0486Expulsion policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0490Child restraint policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0495Consistent care policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0500Health policy.
HTMLPDF110-302-0505Postings.