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32 | All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects and rodents. Sufficient individual storage space for children was observed and each child has a cubby. Drinking water was readily available indoors via disposable water bottles. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.
At 9:20am, a fire extinguisher was observed. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 12/13/2023, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has an in-line fire alarm system that is directly connected to the local fire department. It detects smoke and carbon monoxide.
Food for the children enrolled in the program is provided from the hospital cafeteria. This facility provides breakfast, AM snack, lunch, PM snack, and dinner snack.
At 9:30am, LPA reviewed the outdoor play area. There is a grass area directly accessible by the classroom for children in care to use. Per Director, depending on the wellness of the child, outdoor usage is not frequent. There are preschool and infant age play areas on the property that the DIrector states the child can use when other children are not present. Outdoor 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.
Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Staff names were recorded. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected.
At 10am, facility files were reviewed. Disaster drills were not reviewed as there have been no children enrolled to participate.. Staff files were reviewed for a health screening report and immunizations that meet regulatory requirements. Criminal Record Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. The name of the child care center director or fully qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director's absence is on file. Educational background, training, and/or experience for each staff present are on file and were reviewed. Children files were not reviewed due to no enrollment.
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