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32 | LPA observed menus that are posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. The kitchen preparation area is in the middle of the Blue Side and Purple Side classrooms. Its is in inaccessible by locked child gates. LPA observed the kitchen preparation area appear to be in safe and sanitary condition. LPA also observed drinking water available indoors and outdoors and trash receptacles that have tight fitting covers. LPA reviewed food items for availability, quantity expiration dates and appropriateness for children in care. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and a PM snack. At approximately 11:45am LPA observed a few bags of dry good items such as pretzels and crackers stored without expiration dates. LPA informed food prep employee to ensure expiration dates are written on bags of dry goods taken from original packaging.
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 sign in and sign sheets 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. Children's roster was reviewed and is current.
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 August 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
LPA observed First Aid supplies in each classroom and all medications are stored in an inaccessible office cabinet (A Refrigerator is available if necessary). Fire extinguishers (type 2A-10BC) must be serviced at least annually (LPA observed service due date September 2023).
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