Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-2400

Current through Register Vol. 25-01, January 1, 2025
Section 170-297-2400 - Program/operations policies
(1) The child care program must have written program/operations policies that include:
(a) All information in the parent/guardian handbook under WAC 170-297-2375;
(b) Plans to keep required program/staff records current;
(c) Child supervision requirements;
(d) Mandatory reporting requirement of suspected child abuse and neglect and other incidents under WAC 170-297-2300;
(e) A plan for off-site field trips;
(f) A plan for transporting children;
(g) Medical emergency, fire, disaster and evacuation responsibilities;
(h) Guidance and discipline responsibilities; and
(i) A plan for staff to include:
(i) Staff responsibilities;
(ii) Staff training;
(iii) Staff expectations; and
(iv) Professional development.
(2) Program/operations policies may be integrated with staff policies required under WAC 170-297-2425 in a single written policy document.

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-2400

Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. 12-23-057, § 170-297-2400, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.