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25 | On March 30, 2022 at 9:30 am, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Blake Morillas and Lea Habtom met with the Director, Bernadette Ade, for the purpose of an unannounced Annual Required inspection. At 9:40 am there were 12 preschool age children supervised by 1 staff, Misty Barton, and the director.
Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Operating hours are 7 am- 6 pm, Monday through Friday. The facility operates year around.
At 9:45 am, LPA initiated a health and safety inspection of all indoor areas accessible to children.
LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions, etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA inspected the food service area and observed that the food products appeared to be protected against contamination. Menus were posted. LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, health related services (including medications and first aid supplies), furniture, equipment. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. Sign/in-sign/out sheet were reviewed. Children bring water bottles and drinking water is readily accessible to children in care. A water fountain is located outside near the swing set for outdoor water. LPA observed sinks and toilets to be operable. There are adequate toys, equipment, and supplies available for the children.
At 9:55 am, LPA inspected the outdoor play area and observed adequate cushioning material and play equipment to be in safe condition. Shaded areas are also available.
*Continued on LIC 809-C |