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32 | The emergency disaster plan is updated and reflects the current operation. The outdoor area was inspected. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA did not observe any debris or hazards that would pose an immediate risk to children in care.
LPA observed an age-appropriate climbing apparatus with proper cushioning beneath and properly secured. LPA checked playground equipment for ages. LPA observed shade in the outdoor play area. Drinking water is made available during outdoor play. There is no swimming pool or bodies of water on the premises. None were observed during the inspection. There are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. All electrical outlets were covered. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed 11 files completed. LPA reviewed all staff files. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present at the facility. LPA discussed the importance of making sure all Pediatric CPR and First Aid is EMSA approved. LPA Whitmore discussed about LIC311 A, LIC125, and Entrance Checklist to use as a reference when auditing files. The kitchen area which is made inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the kitchen to be clean and equipped with a sufficient supply for meals. There were no cleaning compound compounds stored with the utensils. The facility serves only snack. The snack menus are posted in the classroom and the kitchen. The snack comes from the main kitchen and is already prepackaged. Proper food storage was observed. LPA shared that if medication is needed, it is stored in the child’s perspective classroom. LPA reminded facility to ensure that all medication is stored with all necessary LIC forms All prescription and nonprescription medication shall be centrally stored in accordance with the following requirements medication shall be kept in a safe place inaccessible to the children in care. A review of medication policy, including administering, labeling storage and records were reviewed and observed.
To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.
Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. |