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An unannounced annual inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Mahnaz (Nancy) Malek who met with School Education Manager, Derek Weinmann. The assistant director, Kim San Jose was supervising the children in the toddler room who joined LPA during inspection. The director, Ruth Larson was not present on today's inspection. Census was taken. There were a total of 65 preschool children with a total of 7 staff in four different rooms. There were 12 preschool children with one staff in one room, 24 preschool children with 2 staff in another room 17 preschool children with 2 staff in another room and 12 preschool children with one staff in another classroom. A review of criminal record clearances indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility was reviewed to ensure compliance with license conditions and limitations, staffing and ratios, inaccessibility to poisons, medication, and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. Equipment and furniture was inspected to ensure it's in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Toilets and sinks were inspected to ensure they are safe and in a sanitary operating condition, floors were inspected for safety and cleanliness. The food preparation area was inspected for cleanliness, free of rodents/vermin, appropriate storage of food, and verification of posted menus. There are no weapons, firearms or bodies of water in the facility. The playground was inspected for safety, good condition of equipment, including appropriate cushioning material around and under high climbing equipment. Staff's files were reviewed for education verification, CPR/First Aid, and new immunization requirements for MMR, Pertussis, and Flu vaccines. (3 staff did not have these requirements on file). A sample of children's files were reviewed for completeness of admission agreement, verification of sign in/out including time the child was signed in/out by authorized representative as well as verification of representatives full legal signature.
The Incidental Medical Services (IMS) was discussed with the staff in charge. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department.
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