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25 | The facility case management inspection was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wisehart who met with Licensee Ronda Gambone and Director, Tiffani Yeager. The licensee has applied for a capacity change to 22 preschooler and 18 toddlers for a total of 40 children.. The facility was toured inside and outside. The center will operate from 7 am- 5:30 pm, M-F. The fire clearance was approved 7/19/22 for 48 including (40 preschool/toddlers & 8 infants on a separate license). The indoor capacity measured to meet the needs of 40 children. The outdoor yard area was measured and will accommodate the 18 toddlers and 22 preschool children. Therefore, the 40 requested capacity is approved. Required postings are posted in lobby by front door. The licensee was advised that all staff are required to have a criminal background clearance on file with Community Care Licensing. The applicant is aware of the immediate $100 per day civil penalty for anyone providing care or supervision without a criminal record clearance.
Children use the fenced outdoor play areas. There is artificial turf cushion material underneath the play structures in the toddler playground and pea gravel on the preschool play yard, sufficient to absorb falls. Shade is provided in the play yard. There are no bodies of water located on the property and none are to be added without prior notification and approval of the licensing agency. There are pull fire alarms, and there is a working carbon monoxide detector and charged fire extinguisher in the facility rated at least the 2A10BC. All exits are marked. There is 5 toilets and 1 potty chair and five sinks. There is one staff bathroom, which is separate. Water is provided both inside and out via water bottles.
The food is properly stored, and refrigeration is provided. Age appropriate toys and activities are available for children.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years. Any proposed changes to the physical plant, telephone number, or change of address shall be immediately reported to the Department.
A notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days. |