At this time, the nurse office is used as an isolation area to care for ill children. Children can rest on a cot or sit in a chair and parents are contacted immediately if children are ill.
LPA reviewed snack menus that are posted at least one week in advance and visible to authorized representatives. The facility provides breakfast lunch and AM and PM snacks provided by the elementary school on the grounds. LPA observed food and snack preparation areas to which appeared to be clean, safe and having proper equipment. LPA observed an adequate amount of food available for children in care and snacks and drinks to be within expiration dates. LPA also observed drinking water available indoors and outdoors and trash receptacles that 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 (electronically wired to the facility).
LPA observed sign in and sign out forms to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out. LPA will have to make an additional visit to observe children's records to review items such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc. on file.
Staff Records will be reviewed at a later date: to ensure the following: Appropriate documentation of education credits, Criminal Record Clearance documents available, Verification of current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination available.
*Note: LPA will review staff files at a later date at the Human Resources office on 501 S. Sante Fe Ave. Compton, CA 90221.
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
Note: First Aid supplies were observed in each classroom. Medication is only administered to children once parent's provide a doctor's note. All medications are stored in a locked cupboard for inaccessibility. LPA reminded Teacher Veasley that any construction should be reported to the Department before it occurs.
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