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32 | The facility indoors and outdoors is completely separate from an Infant program that operates on the same premises. The outdoor play area is completely surrounded by gates approximately 5 feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment have wood chip material to cushion a fall. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free.
Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. The facility provides an AM and PM snack and parents provide lunch. LPA observed the snack storage areas (in classrooms) appearing to be in sanitary condition. LPA informed Director to constantly assess expiration dates on food items and document dates. LPA observed drinking water available (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. LPA observed a fire extinguisher due for service May 2023.
LPA observed digital sign in and sign out to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. LPA conducted a Children's Records Review for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc.on file. The children's roster was available and current.
At approximately 1:30pm Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training, LPA observed at least one staff member to have current CPR (Expiration April 2023) .
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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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