Director Cruz indicated that there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during today's inspection.
From 10:00am to 10:15am LPA reviewed snack menus and observed that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides an AM snack and PM snack and parents provide lunch. Food and snack preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness and proper equipment. LPA observed an adequate amount of food available for children in care at this time. LPA observed dates on food and reminded Director to label dates on items taken out of the package. LPA observed drinking water available for children indoors and outdoors. Trash receptacles have tight fitting covers and are in good repair.
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. The required 2A10BC fire extinguisher gauge is in the green and has been serviced within the last 12 months (Last service date March 26, 2022).
LPA reviewed sign in and sign out forms to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out. LPA conducted a Children's Records Review to ensure children have Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights and Parents Rights on file.
At 10:00 LPA reviewed staff records 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. Director Cruz CPR expires November 2022
All paperwork was readily available during today's inspection. LPA advised Director Cruz to occasionally conduct spot check audits to ensure constant compliance for children's files and staff files (especially for expiring requirements such as CPR and Mandated reporter training). LPA observed Director and Staff Mandated Reporter expired in 2020.
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
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