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32 | Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be inaccessible to children. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note. Medication is stored in the child's classroom in a locked cabinet where it is inaccessible to children in care. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked not just inaccessible. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. First Aid supplies were observed in the classroom.
Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack. LPA observed that water is readily available indoors via water jugs. Water jugs are filled using a water filtration system located in the kitchen.
All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.
Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area has adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via water coolers. The Director states that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit.
All individuals present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.
Children’s Records were reviewed and are complete. Per Director, Staff records are centrally housed at a separate site located on 501 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach CA 90802
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - (page 2 of 3)
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