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32 | The facility indoors and outdoor play area is completely separate from the Church building on the same premises. The outdoor play area is completely surrounded by gates approximately 5 feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment have sand to cushion a fall. There is plenty of shade for hot days. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free. Director Acuna indicated there are no weapons or bodies of water at the facility and LPA did not observe any.
Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snack were reviewed for availability, quantity, expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. The facility has AM and PM snacks for all children and parents provide lunch for their children. LPA observed the food and kitchen area appear to be in safe and sanitary condition. LPA informed Director to constantly assess expiration dates on food items and to continue to 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 2A10BC fire extinguisher due for service October 2023.
LPA observed sign in and sign out sheets to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. LPA reviewed eight children's files to ensure completeness and to ensure files contain proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights, Physician's Reports, etc.on file.
At approximately 2:30pm 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. LPA observed at least one staff member to have current CPR (Expiration Sept 2023). All staff have the current required Mandated Reporter training on file.
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. Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication:
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