Room measurements were taken and reviewed with Kristin. The total inside preschool area measured to an approximate 2,975 square feet which will only accommodate 85 preschool children. Kristin amended her application during the inspection. There is adequate storage space available for children's belongings in each classroom. Kristin showed LPA a purchase order for additional tables and chairs since there are only a total of 12 tables and 60 children's chairs available. Kristin understands that children's equipment needs to match the capacity she is licensed for.
Toys and equipment are age appropriate. The Cots will be stored in a shed out in the play area and will be brought in the classroom. Kristin stated that bedding/sheets get sent home to parents to get washed every week on Friday. Kristin stated that she has a washer and dryer on site and can wash sheets if needed. There are a total of 6 toilets and 12 sinks/hand washing fixtures which will accommodate the newly requested capacity of 85 preschool children. There are two changing tables in classroom #3 & #4 within arms reach of a sink & water fountain. LPA explained that these sinks cannot be used for any food prep. There are water faucets available in each classroom but due to Covid Kristin stated that they will have pitchers with disposable cups for children to use both indoor and outdoor.
The approximate outside square footage for the preschool area is 6,959 which will accommodate the newly requested capacity of 85 Preschool Children. The preschool play area is gated and has its own age appropriate play structure & bike path area. Licensee is using poured rubber to cushion the fall zones. The play structure has a shade area that covers the whole structure. The electricity & gas shut off is gated by an iron gate and is made inaccessible to children. The shed will also be used to store children's toys and equipment. LPA reminded Kristin to provide adequate supervision at all times. During the inspection, Fire inspector Jaden Sawyer was present.
A fire clearance for 87 preschool children was received and granted by the Fresno Fire Department on 8/11/2021. A new fire clearance was signed & Approved by Jaden during the inspection today for 85 preschool children.
This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A 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
Report Continued Onto LIC 809-C
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