Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024
Section 246-337-113 - Resident sleeping room accommodationsIn resident rooms used for sleeping, the licensee shall provide furniture appropriate for the age and physical condition of each resident, including:
(1) A bed at least thirty-six or more inches wide for adults and appropriate size for children, spaced at least thirty-six inches apart.(2) No more than two infants per room using two single level nonstacking cribs or bassinets for licensees providing pediatric transitional care services.(3) Equipping each bed with: (a) A mattress that is clean, in good repair, and fits the frame;(b) One or more pillows that are clean, and in good repair for each resident over two and one-half years of age;(c) Bedding that includes a tight-fitting sheet or cover for the sleeping surface, and a clean blanket or suitable cover; and(d) Bedding that is in good repair, changed weekly or more often as necessary to maintain cleanliness.(4) A single level nonstacking crib, infant bed, bassinet or playpen for children twenty-four months of age and younger meeting chapter 70.111 RCW, and including: (a) Sleep equipment having secure latching devices; and(b) A mattress that is: (i) Snug-fitting to prevent the infant from becoming entrapped between the mattress and crib side rails;(ii) Waterproof and easily sanitized; and(iii) Free of crib bumpers, stuffed toys or pillows.(5) A youth bed or regular bed for children twenty-five months of age and older.(6) If bunk beds are used, prohibit children six years of age or less from using the upper bunk.Wash. Admin. Code § 246-337-113
Adopted by WSR 18-06-092, Filed 3/6/2018, effective 4/16/2018Amended by WSR 19-02-036, Filed 12/24/2018, effective 1/1/2019