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25 | ***THIS IS AN AMENDED REPORT DRAFTED ON 9/14/23 FROM INSPECTION DATE OF 6/22/23***
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariya Melnichuk met with Site Supervisor, Katie Ferner for the purpose of an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. There were eight children present during today's inspection. LPA toured the facility inside and out. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 2:40 PM, year round.
LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, medications and first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. There were cots available for infants over 12 months old. There are needs and services plans for each infant and toddler enrolled. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care.
LPA observed a changing table within arm's reach of the sink. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure for the toddlers appeared to be in good repair, there is sufficient cushioning under the play structure to prevent the fall. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in/out. All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Children and staff files were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card and other required documents. LPA observed required documents, including health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines, for staff. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid (08/2023). LPA observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The Site Supervisor was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website. Report continues on 809-C. |