Toys and equipment are age appropriate. There is a total of 4 toilets and 4 sinks/hand washing fixtures in the bathroom which will be shared between both programs. There are 2 additional sinks in each toddler classroom and 2 more sinks in the preschool classroom which will accommodate the requested capacity. LPA observed changing tables which will need to be moved closer to the sink in both 1 & 2 classroom. LPA reminded Angela to not use that sink for any food prepping. There are water fountains in each classroom and outdoor. Due to Covid Angela stated that they are using the water from an igglo and disposable cups for both indoor and out. Water jugs get filled in the kitchen and brought over to each classroom.
The approximate outside square footage measurements were taken and reviewed with Angela. The total outside preschool play area measured to an approximate 5,767 SF which will accommodate the requested preschool capacity of 20 preschool children. The approximate Toddler outside area measured to an approximate 1,001 square feet which will only accommodate 13 toddlers at a time. Angela stated that she will stagger so each classroom of 8 toddlers go out at once.
The preschool playground provides a shade structure. LPA observed a play structure which needs an age sticker, plenty of grass, & rubber cushioning to soften the fall zones. LPA observed a lifted patch of rubber and explained to Angela that it needs to be repaired so children wont trip. There is a fence that goes all around and the poles to the shade structure are cushioned. There is a shed outside for the children's toys and equipment which is kept locked at all times. The toddler area was fenced all around with a 4 foot fence. LPA advised Angela to make sure they have age appropriate toys and equipment and shaded area for the toddlers. LPA advised Angela to fix the cement against the center which appears to be cracked and a rain gutter that appeared to be broken off.
A fire clearance for 36 children was received and granted by the Kern County Fire Department in Bakersfield on 01/12/2021.
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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