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Prescribed medications were observed in a ziplock bag and located on one of the upper shelves. Prescribed medications were observed labeled with the child’s and doctor's information. The dates of the prescribed medications were observed to be current.
LPA observed that the classroom had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. Electrical outlets were fitted with child safety covers to prevent children's access. The facility has a diaper-changing table within arm’s reach of a sink in the bathrooms. The bathrooms were clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products.
The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The areas around and under climbing equipment, swings, and slides are cushioned with rubberized mats. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water located on the property.
The facility currently provides breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the children in care. According to the directors, all the food provided to the children is from their central kitchen. Lunch menus are displayed in the facility. According to the directors, there is a list of children who have a documented allergy.
The facility offers cots for children to rest or nap. LPA observed that sheets were available to children provided by the facility and blankets are provided by parents. According to the directors, the facility washes the sheets weekly.
LPA reviewed the files of 5 children and verified that their emergency contact and medical information were complete. LPA reviewed 5 staff files and confirmed that all required forms were present. LPA found one staff member to have expired CPR/First Aid and a teacher aid to be missing the required 6 ECE units. LPA reminded directors that staff present in a daycare must have required qualifications.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
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