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25 | Licensing Program Analyst Jennifer Velasco (LPA) met with Facility Representative, Director Catherine Orlando-Stewart (D1) for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play area. Census included 21 children in care with three staff. Facility Representative was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM and currently operates in Room 15 and has both internal and external restrooms.
Facility Representative 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.
Classrooms all appeared clean, including the carpets and floor. Chemicals were kept inaccessible to children. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material under climbing structures to absorb a fall. Uncontaminated drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. The facility provides breakfasts and lunches. LPA observed a posted menu and observed food stored at safe temperatures.
Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises and the facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed all required licensing documentation was posted for parental review. LPA observed that parents are signing their children in and out of the center. LPA discussed current Covid guidelines with the Director.
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