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25 | On June 22nd, 2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeremey McClain met with Licensing Representative Celest Doran for an unannounced required annual random inspection. LPA observed care and supervision of 83 preschool children with he following ratios: 20 children supervised by two staff, 24 children supervised by two staff, 19 children supervised by two staff, 12 children supervised by one staff and 8 children supervised by one staff. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained clearance.
Licensing Representative, Celeste Doran, was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA inspected all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. 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, and adequate cushioning was observed in areas underneath climbing equipment. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. 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 in each classroom. Medications are stored in a central location. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector.
Lunch and snacks are provided by the facility. LPA observed posted menus showing planned meals at least one week in advance.
Noncontaminated Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA informed the Director about Assembly Bill 2370, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020, and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.
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