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32 | were observed in separate storage areas. Per Director, the isolation area is located in the director's office. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions,and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. According to the Director, medication is currently not being used by any child that is enrolled. When needed, medication will be 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 each 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 in each classroom via a water cooler. .
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 32˚ (F) or less.
Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or point parts. LPA observed a plastic storage shed without a lock and a broken door containing several pieces of gardening equipment. A sand box was also observed next to the storage shed. Per Director, she currently has a repair order to replace the sand box with a gardening planter. LPA observed the sandbox to have a torn cover making the off-limits sandbox accessible to children in care. LPA advised Director that both the storage shed and the sand box pose a potential risk to the safety and well being the children in care; a citation under California Code of Regulation (CCR) section 101238(a) will be issued. Areas around and/or under climbing equipment, swings and slides have cushioning material to absorb a fall. The outdoor area had adequate shade. LPA observed that water is readily available outdoors via a water jug and cups. 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. Director states there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.
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