Reply To: Going on a WAC Hunt

  • Hanna

    Member
    February 19, 2022 at 9:00 pm
    1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity? I learned that there are a lot of requirements that need to be followed in order to be compliant with the standards for Washington state. There were definitely more than I thought there would be too!
    2. Were you surprised by any of the WACs? WAC 110-300-0335 (1)
      Physical restraint must only be used if a child’s
      safety or the safety of others is threatened …WAC 110-300-0335 (1)
      Physical restraint must only be used if a child’s
      safety or the safety of others is threatened … This WAC didn’t surprise me just did not know that this was allowed. But I am glad that physically restraining a child is an okay thing to do if the safety of others is at stake and the policy procedures for this are taken.
    3. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity?
      Were you surprised by any of the WACs?
      Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in caring for children? Why or why not? I can see how these WACs influence the day-to-day structure of your day depending on what is going on there are steps in place for you to follow and stay in accordance with to keep everyone safe, healthy, and learning in a positive environment.