BRIGHT START CHILDCARE

Staff records · WAC 110-300-0115(3) · Short Term

110-300-0115(3) Lead teacher H.E.'s staff record was missing a copy of current government issued photo identification, emergency contact information, completed employment application or resume. Provider did not send proof of compliance to Licensor within required time frame. Risk Verified Corrected WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Date Disputed Date Disputed

Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious

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Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious

Licensor observed the following labeled keep out of reach of children and accessible to children: tide pods and laundry detergent on the floor of unlocked laundry room. Provider did not send proof of complaince to licensor within required time frame. Date Disputed Date Disputed

Emergency preparedness plan · WAC 110-300-0470(4)(a) · Short Term

110-300-0470(4)(a) Provider did not practice and record fire and evacuation drill once each calendar month when they did not practice and record a fire and evacuation drill in February 2026. Provider did not send proof of compliance of this violation within required time frame.

Outdoor early learning program space · WAC 110-300-0145(8) · Short Term

Licensor observed multiple gaps between bottom of fence to ground that were larger than 3 1/2 inches. Provider did not demonstrate proof of compliance to department within required time frame Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Outdoor early learning program space · WAC 110-300-0145(11) · Short Term

Emergency exit gate was not self-latching and self-closing. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Program and activities · WAC 110-300-0150(1) · Short Term

Licensor did not observe a variety of materials inside or outside. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(3)(a) · Short Term

Licensor observed multiple nails on the ground in outdoor area and wire mesh that was covering a vent in outdoor area that had sharp edges and was accessible to children. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Risk Verified WAC/RCW Level Corrected On Site Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(3)(c) · Short Term

Sliding closet doors in hallway posed pinching hazard. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(4)(a) · Short Term

Indoor temperature was 62 degrees at time of visit. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(4)(e) · Short Term

Water temperature reached 129 degrees at bathroom sink the children access. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(5)(a) · Short Term

Three outlets in living room area were not tamper resistant and one outlet in back play area was not tamper resistant. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Meal and snack schedule · WAC 110-300-0180(2) · Long Term

Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

First-aid—CPR certification and supplies · WAC 110-300-0230(3) · Long Term

On site first-aid kit was missing a CPR barrier. Transportation first-aid kit was missing hand sanitizer and an elastic wrapping bandage. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Infant and toddler development · WAC 110-300-0296(2)(a) / 110-300-0296(2)(b) / 110-300-0296(2)(c) · Short Term

Provider did not have developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

License and program location · WAC 110-300-0410(5) · Long Term

Licensor did not observe address numbers or signage on the outside of the house or building that contains the early learning program space. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Child records · WAC 110-300-0460(2) · Long Term

5 child records were missing consent for emergency contacts to be contacted and for the child to be released to any of the emergency contacts. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Child records · WAC 110-300-0460(4)(g) · Short Term

5 child records were missing signed consent to see medical care and treatment of the child in event of injury or illness. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Postings · WAC 110-300-0505(1)(2) · Long Term

Provider did not have a no vaping sign or upstairs floorplan posted. Provider did not demonstrate compliance to the department within required time frame. Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed Short 110-300-0470(4)(b) Term

Program and activities · WAC 110-300-0150(1) · Short Term

Licensor did not observe a variety of materials inside or outside. Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(d) · Serious

Licensor observed a roll of plastic bags in unlocked cabinet under bathroom sink accessible to children. Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed 110-300-0166(4)(c)(ii)(iii)(Iv)(v)(vi)(vii) Serious 12/4/2025

Fire safety · WAC 110-300-0170(2) · Short Term

Provider did not inspect for fire safety using the state fire marshal form Verified Completed Level Corrected On Site Date Disputed Date Disputed

First-aid—CPR certification and supplies · WAC 110-300-0230(3) · Long Term

On site first-aid kit was missing a CPR barrier. Transporation first-aid kit was missing hand sanitizer and an elastic wrapping bandage. Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Storage of hazardous and maintenance supplies · WAC 110-300-0260(1)(a) · Serious

Laundry area was unlocked and two 5 gallon paint buckets were accessible to children Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Child records · WAC 110-300-0460(2) · Long Term

5 child records were missing consent for emergency contacts to be contacted and for the child to be released to any of the emergency contacts. Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Child records · WAC 110-300-0460(4)(g) · Short Term

5 child records were missing signed consent to see medical care and treatment of the child in event of injury or illness. Level Corrected On Site Verified Completed Date Disputed Date Disputed

Emergency preparedness plan · WAC 110-300-0470(4)(b) · Short Term

Provider did not practice and record an earthquake, lockdown, or shelter-in-place drill once every three calendar months.

Duty to protect children and report incidents · WAC 110-300-0475(2) · Serious

During the course of the complaint assessment, Licensor Champney reviewed all relevant information and determined that there was sufficient evidence to conclude that a licensing violation occurred. Information was gathered through interviews with Mr. Hassan and his daughter, Sabrin, as well as a review of the incident circumstances. The licensor determined that neither Mr. Hassan nor his daughter, Assistant Teacher Sabrin, were aware of the injuries the child had sustained at the time and reported that they believed the injuries were the result of an allergic reaction or rash, although they were unsure of the cause. It was later determined by a medical professional that the injuries were consistent with bite marks. Date Disputed Date Disputed

Duty to protect children and report incidents · WAC 110-300-0475(3) · Short Term

During the course of the complaint assessment, Licensor Champney reviewed all relevant information and determined that there was sufficient evidence to conclude that a licensing violation occurred. Information was gathered through interviews with Mr. Hassan and his daughter, Sabrin, as well as a review of the incident circumstances. The licensor determined that neither Mr. Hassan nor his daughter, Assistant Teacher Sabrin, were aware of the injuries the child had sustained at the time and reported that they believed the injuries were the result of an allergic reaction or rash, although they were unsure of the cause. It was later determined by a medical professional that the injuries were consistent with bite marks.

Outdoor early learning program space · WAC 110-300-0145(1) · Short Term

Licensor observed two long, unrolled hoses lying in the exit pathway and outdoor play area, as well as a crumpled tarp laying on the ground. These items present potential tripping hazards and pose safety risks to children and staff.

Safety requirements · WAC 110-300-0165(2)(a) · Serious

Licensor observed an ear piercing cleaner stored in an unsecured bathroom drawer accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard.

First-aid—CPR certification and supplies · WAC 110-300-0230(2) / 110-300-0230(3) · Short Term / Long Term

Licensor observed that the first aid kit was incomplete, missing essential items such as gauze pads, non latex gloves, adhesive bandages and ice packs.

Emergency preparation and exiting · WAC 110-300-0166(3)(c) · Serious

Licensor observed the outdoor exit door was partially blocked with trash bins stored outside the exit gate.

Bottle preparation · WAC 110-300-0280(3)(g) · Serious

Licensor observed Mr. Mohamud lacked the knowledge on how to prepare or warm a bottle for infant feeding. (TA provided: infant bottles should not be heated in the microwave).

Physical restraint · WAC 110-300-0335(2) · Serious

Licensor observed Mr. Mohamud lacked knowledge on physical restraint.