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32 | Water is available for children both indoors and outdoors with water pitchers, for each classroom and outdoor space, and disposable cups. LPA observed all required documents posted, including a menu that is dated at least a week in advance, and COVID-19 postings. LPA did not observe any bodies of water, hazardous items or toxins that would be accessible to children. There are 2 toilets and 2 sinks available for children, and a separate bathroom school age children and for staff. The office and staff bathroom will be used for the isolation of sick children.
The outdoor play areas are fully fenced and shade is provided with canopies and trees. The play structures have sufficient cushioning underneath to absorb a fall. LPA did not observe any defects or hazardous conditions. The center would like to share the large playground between the preschool and school age components and a waiver request will be processed.
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.
LPA has reviewed documents and verified that Asmita Bhargava is qualified as a preschool and school age director.
The director is reminded of the following: commingling between the programs is not allowed; the mandated reporter training needs to be completed by all staff, and renewed every 2 years at www.mandatedreporterca.com; staff need to have a criminal record clearance and be associated to this facility, prior to employment and working with children, or a civil penalty can be accessed; injuries requiring medical attention and unusual incidents need to be reported by the next business day with a written report sent within 7 days after the injury/incident; maintain the required ratio and supervision, and operate within the terms of the license at all times.
The facility will be issued a provisional preschool license, with a maximum capacity of 30 children, effective today November 24, 2020. The new requirement for Lead Prevention training as part of Preventative Health and Safety, effective July 1, 2020, will need to be completed before the regular license is issued. The owner has provided proof of enrollment in this course. This report shall remain on file for 3 years. An electronic signature will not be obtained, but the report will be sent to the owner for signature. |