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Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. 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. LPA observed different shaded area in the outdoor space with age appropriate play equipment and toys. Areas around high climbing equipment and slides have cushioning material to absorb falls. Maintenance and teacher ensure playground and outdoor equipment is safe and free of hazard before children use the area.
All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Floors in the facility are clean and safe. Food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and free of rodents/vermin. Facility maintenance is responsible for daily cleaning and sanitizing after hours and an outside pest control vendor is contracted to ensure facility stays pest free. Facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. Teachers are responsible for the daily cleaning in between classroom activities. No poisons were observed during the inspection.
Facility provides morning and afternoon snack and menus are emailed to all parents. LPA discussed with director the importance of maintaining menus for at least 30 days and noting any changes and/or modification that were made.
All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. Families are responsible for providing lunch. Facility does offer a hot lunch and/or cold lunch program. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors, filter water is provided in each classroom and children are encourage to bring their refillable water bottle.
Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Facility has a centralize Fire alarm with sprinkler system.
Prior to working or volunteering in a licensed child care facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review have received a criminal record clearance or exemption. Upon notification from the Department, the licensee will comply and act immediately to terminate the employment of, remove from the facility or bar from entering the facility for any person it is deemed necessary while the Department considers granting or denying an exemption. Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained.
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