Wash. Admin. Code § 170-296A-3950

Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024

Section 170-296A-3950 - Pest control

When pests are present in the licensed space, the licensee must:

(1) Take action to remove or eliminate pests; and

(2)

(a) Where possible, use nonchemical methods of control instead of chemical controls; or

(b) If chemical pesticides are used, the licensee must:

(i) Not spray pesticides when children are present. Wipe down surfaces that have been sprayed and air out rooms before allowing children to use sprayed areas;

(ii) Place and store rodent poison or insect baits inaccessible to children; and

(iii) Post a notice visible to parents and guardians of children in care forty-eight hours in advance of the application of pesticides, except when pesticides must be used to control pests that may pose an immediate risk to children's health or safety.

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-296A-3950

Statutory Authority: RCW 43.215.060, 43.215.070, and chapter 43.215 RCW. 11-23-068, § 170-296-3950 (codified as WAC 170-296A-3950), filed 11/14/11, effective 3/31/12.