Section 388-61A-0470. What are the requirements for toilets, sinks, and bathing facilities?

You must meet these requirements for toilets, sinks, and bathing facilities.

(1) You must provide at least one indoor flush-type toilet, one nearby sink for hand washing, and a bathtub or shower facility. These facilities must be located within the shelter building premises.

(2) You must comply with all of the following requirements for toilet and bathing facilities:

(a) Toilet and bathing facilities must allow for privacy of shelter residents.

(b) Toilets, urinals, and hand washing sinks must be the appropriate height for the children served, or have a safe and easily cleaned step stool or platform that is water resistant.

(c) Facilities for hand washing and bathing must be provided with hot and cold running water. Hot water must not exceed one hundred and twenty degrees Fahrenheit.

(d) Potty chairs and toilet training equipment for toddlers must be regularly maintained, disinfected, and kept in a sanitary condition. When in use, you must put potty chairs on washable, water resistant surfaces.

(e) You must provide soap and clean washcloths and towels, disposable towels or other hand-drying devices to shelter residents.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.123 RCW. WSR 10-22-040, § 388-61A-0470, filed 10/27/10, effective 11/27/10.]

Chapter 70.123 RCW. WSR 10-22-040, § 388-61A-0470, filed 10/27/10, effective 11/27/10.