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32 | Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children in care.
At this time, the Directors office is used as an isolation area. A mat is available for an ill child to rest on. First Aid supplies are available and complete.
Facility observed a smoke/carbon monoxide detector. However, LPA did not test detector as children were napping. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.
A fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 04/08/2024, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually.
Children’s bathroom is located inside the classroom. All toilets, hand washing, and bathing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. All food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish and rodents and/or any other vermin. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. This facility only provides snacks for children in care. Children bring their own lunch from home. LPA reminded Director, that lunch that is brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name and stored properly or refrigerated.
At 1:30 pm, LPA reviewed the outdoor play area, which on the side of the center. LPA observed play structures, playhouses, bikes, and a garden area. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.
Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.
Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. Disaster drills have been conducted at least every six months. Last emergency drill was conducted 10/17/2024.
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