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25 | On October 7th, 2021 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jeremey McClain and Tanya Washington met Licensing Representative Melissa Brandeberry for an unannounced annual random inspection. LPAs observed 15 infants supervised by four staff members in two separate classrooms.
LPAs inspected all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. No children in care require medications. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in operable and safe condition. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts. Infant changing tables have a padded surface that is washable and at least one-inch-thick, and the changing tables have raised sides that are at least three inches high. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers. Program provides breakfast, lunch, and snack. Menus were posted and drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet.
Staff and children's records were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card, a medical assessment, and Infant Needs and Services Plan. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (exp. 8/2023). All staff currently employed with the facility have a criminal record clearance, health screening report, Mandated Reporter training certificates, and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
LPA discussed safe sleep regulations pertaining to infants. LPA discussed the necessity for staff to document their 15-minute sleep checks for infant children in care, and the need for them to be available for review.
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