Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-8175

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

Section 170-297-8175 - Violations - Enforcement action

The department may deny, suspend, revoke, or not continue a license when:

(1) The licensee or program staff are unable to provide the required care for the children in a way that promotes their health, safety and well-being;

(2) The licensee or program staff person is disqualified under chapter 170-06 WAC (DEL background check rules);

(3) The licensee or program staff person has been found to have committed child abuse or child neglect;

(4) The licensee has been found to allow program staff or volunteers to commit child abuse or child neglect;

(5) The licensee or program staff person has a current charge or conviction for a disqualifying crime under WAC 170-06-0120;

(6) There is an allegation of child abuse or neglect against the licensee, staff, or volunteer;

(7) The licensee or program staff person fails to report to DSHS children's administration intake or law enforcement any instances of alleged child abuse or child neglect;

(8) The licensee tries to obtain or keep a license by deceitful means, such as making false statements or leaving out important information on the application;

(9) The licensee or a program staff person commits, permits or assists in an illegal act at the child care premises;

(10) The licensee or a program staff person uses illegal drugs or alcohol in excess, or abuses prescription drugs;

(11) The licensee knowingly allowed a program staff person or volunteer to make false statements on employment or background check application related to their suitability or competence to provide care;

(12) The licensee does not provide the required number of qualified program staff to care for the children in attendance;

(13) The licensee or program staff fails to provide the required level of supervision for the children in care;

(14) When there are more children than the maximum number stated on the license at any one time;

(15) The licensee or program staff refuses to allow department authorized staff access during child care operating hours to:

(a) Requested information;

(b) The licensed space;

(c) Child, staff, or program files; or

(d) Staff or children in care;

(16) The licensee is unable to manage the property, fiscal responsibilities or staff in the facility; or

(17) The licensee or program staff cares for children outside the ages stated on the license.

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-8175

Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. 12-23-057, § 170-297-8175, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.