Health Practices
WAC 110-301-0210(2)
DCYF lacks authority to establish additional acceptable immunization forms; they are regulated by the state Board of Health at WAC 246-105-050.
WAC 110-301-0215
Yes, this WAC allows children in school-age programs to keep their inhaler, epi-pen or insulin on their person or in their backpack.
WAC 110-301-0215
WAC 0215 allows children to carry and self-administer only asthma medication, anaphylaxis medication or insulin. The regulation does state that kids can take their own medication, including non-medications, when parent or guardian authorization is received, and with a staff member observing and documenting that the child took the medication (excluding nonmedical items).
WAC 110-301-0215(3)
This will depend on the situation and circumstances. Some kids may carry it in their pocket due to their sensitivities. The WAC does not define where a child may carry it so the program will need to determine what works for the child and the program.
WAC 110-301-0220(1)(c)
This language does in fact address the need for children to have privacy. Old language may not meet the needs of all children either while the updated language does require privacy be provided for any child who indicates any need for it.
WAC 110-300-0221(2)(b)(ii)
The WAC requirement regarding diaper changing tables and protective barriers is a to prevent a child from rolling off. Therefore the 3.5” barrier around diaper stations would also apply to wall mounted devices as well. To ensure safety measures are in place during use of diapering tables and stations, all wall mounted diaper changing stations must meet manufacturers guidelines and specifications as outlined in WAC 110-300-0221.