All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. Storage areas for poisons are locked in sheds outside the building. At this time (during construction) a Large Bathroom with a portable bed inside is used as an isolation area to care for ill children. Parents are contacted immediately if children are ill. Director Stover indicated there are no weapons at the facility and LPA did not observe any. At approximately 9:30am LPA observed a large indoor swimming pool in a physically separate building with two locked entrances that remain locked at all times. Director Stover indicated there is a certified lifeguard always on deck when children use the pool. Director also indicated the ratio is maintained at one to five when the facility conducts pool activities. Note: Director Stover indicated she is also a certified lifeguard.
At approximately 9:35 LPA observed outdoor play equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and appears to be free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free. At this time (during construction) a Large empty Bathroom with a portable bed is used as an isolation area to care for ill children. Parents are contacted immediately if children are ill.
LPA reviewed snack menus that are posted at least one week in advance and visible to authorized representatives. The facility provides a PM snack. At 9:50am LPA observed food and snack preparation areas to appear to safe, clean and having proper equipment. LPA observed an adequate amount of food available for children in care and snacks and drinks to be within expiration dates. LPA observed drinking water available for children indoors and outdoors and trash receptacles have tight fitting covers.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are locked and/or inaccessible. The facility has one or more functioning smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. The required 2A10BC fire extinguisher gauge is in the green and has been serviced within the last 12 months (Last service date June 2021).
Facility use electronic and paper sign in and sign out forms to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out. LPA conducted a Children's Records Review to ensure children have Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc. on file.
Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Appropriate documentation of education credits, Criminal Record Clearance documents available, Verification of current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination available.
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