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.

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

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