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32 | Outdoor measurements taken on this date total 4393 square feet which will accommodate the requested capacity of 58 preschool children. Adequate shade is available in the outdoor activity area. Licensee is utilizing a shade structure over the climbing equipment and trees as they mature. The applicant is using rubber blocks for cushioning under the outdoor climbing structure. LPA informed licensee that the rubber blocks may constrict, leaving open areas between the rubber blocks. This can become a tripping hazard. Per licensee, one staff will be placed next to the climbing structure to provide adequate visual supervision. The climbing structure does have a tube component. Licensee will ensure that staff will be positioned to provide visual observation of children in the tube component. The trees have black plastic surrounding the tree and covering the tree roots. Per licensee, supervision provided by staff will ensure children do not trip over the plastic around the trees. There is a permanent pipe that is laying on the cement. To ensure the permanent pipe does not become a tripping hazard, licensee shall ensure the red cone is stationed before children can use the outside play area.
Currently, the children’s restrooms are located on the first floor. Staff will walk children from the second floor to the first floor, to use the children’s restroom, as needed. Staff are required will be in the children’s bathrooms when in use by day care children. Currently, licensee is utilizing plastic step stools to be able to reach the sinks. LPA is recommending that the step stools be replaced by broader step stools. There are 4 toilets, 2 urinals and 4 sinks/hand washing fixtures in the children's bathrooms which will accommodate the requested capacity of 58 preschool children. Children will be utilizing drinking cups, provided by parent/legal representative. A water pitcher with disposable cup dispenser and disposable cups will be utilized for outdoor drinking water.
The fire clearance has been received and approved for the capacity of 58 preschool children. The fire clearance was received on May 20, 2021.
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
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