Section 170-296A-2375 - Parent/guardian policies (handbook) The licensee's written parent/guardian policies (handbook) must include:
(1) Hours of operation including closures and vacations;(2)Information on how children's records are kept current, including immunization records;(3)Enrollment and disenrollment process;(4)Parent/guardian access to their child during child care hours;(5) Program philosophy (the licensee's view of child learning and development);(6)Typical daily schedule, including food and rest periods. See WAC 170-296A-6550;(7)Communication plan with parents/guardians including:(a)How the parent or guardian may contact the licensee with questions or concerns; and(b)How the licensee will communicate the child's progress with the parent or guardian at least twice a year;(c)How the licensee will support parents regarding parenting;(8)Written plan for any child's specific needs if applicable. See WAC 170-296A-0050;(9)Fees and payment plans;(10)Religious activities and how the parent's or guardian's specific religious preferences are addressed;(11)How holidays are recognized in the program;(12)Confidentiality policy including when information may be shared. See WAC 170-296A-2025;(13)Items that the licensee requires the parent or guardian to provide;(14) Guidance and discipline policy. See WAC 170-296A-6050;(15) If applicable, infant/toddler care including infant safe sleep practices, feeding, diapering and toilet training;(16) Reporting suspected child abuse or neglect. See WAC 170-296A-6275;(17)Food service practices. See WAC 170-296A-7125 through 170-296A-7200, and 170-296A-7500 through 170-296A-7650;(18) Off-site field trips requirements. See WAC 170-296A-2450;(19)Transportation requirements. See WAC 170-296A-6475;(20)Staffing plan. See WAC 170-296A-5600 and 170-296A-5775;(21) Access to licensee's and staff training and professional development records;(22)Pet policies. See WAC 170-296A-4800;(23) Health care and emergency preparedness policies including:(a) Emergency preparedness and evacuation plans. See WAC 170-296A-2825;(b)Injury or medical emergency response and reporting. See WAC 170-296A-3575, 170-296A-3600, and 170-296A-2275;(c)Medication management including storage and giving medications. See WAC 170-296A-3325;(d) Exclusion/removal policy of ill persons. See WAC 170-296A-3210;(e)Reporting of notifiable conditions to public health;(f) Immunization tracking. See WAC 170-296A-3250; and(g)Infection control methods, including: (i) Handwashing (WAC 170-296A-3625) and, if applicable, hand sanitizers (WAC 170-296A-3650); and(ii) Cleaning and sanitizing, or cleaning and disinfecting procedures including the methods and products used. See WAC 170-296A-3850 through 170-296A-3925 and definitions in WAC 170-296A-0010;(25) No smoking policy consistent with WAC 170-296A-4050;(26)Drug and alcohol policy consistent with WAC 170-296A-4025;(27)If applicable, guns and weapons storage. See WAC 170-296A-4725; and(28) If applicable, overnight care requirements. See WAC 170-296A-6850.Wash. Admin. Code § 170-296A-2375
Amended by WSR 15-17-130, Filed 8/19/2015, effective 9/19/2015Statutory Authority: RCW 43.215.060, 43.215.070, and chapter 43.215 RCW. 11-23-068, § 170-296A-2375, filed 11/14/11, effective 3/31/12.