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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Karyn Guerra met with Director Dawna Allred for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. Census consisted of 9 infant children supervised by 3 staff, and 19 toddler children supervised by 5 staff. Upon arrival, LPA observed 7 infant children in the classroom area supervised by 2 staff, and 2 napping infant children in the crib area supervised by one staff. Facility hours of operation are 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday thru Friday.
LPA toured the building including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Medications were properly stored in the kitchen area of the facility. Director stated there are no poisons on the premises. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good 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 infant 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. Infant bottles were labeled with date and child's name. 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. 08/2020). All staff currently employed with the facility have a criminal record clearance, health screening report, and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience.
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