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25 | On 09/01/2021 at 8:45 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jeevun Birk-Miller and Cherry Nepomuceno met with Director, Stephanie Gill for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. Director was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license. Census included 70 preschoolers being supervised by 9 staff members. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
LPA toured the building including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Medications are stored appropriately and are inaccessible to children. Poisons are not kept on 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. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food are protected against contamination. LPA observed that storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers. Program provides morning breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Menus were posted and drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed parents are signing in/out properly through the facility sign-in and out electronic system.
Four staff files and seven children's files were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card and medical assessment, and immunization's. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (exp. 05/2023). 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. At 10:46 AM LPA observed that all of the staff files reviewed were missing their Mandated Reporter certificates. Director stated she would ensure that all the staff take and complete the training. The staff files only contained the expired certificates. LPA reminded Director that 100% supervision is required at all times, including during nap time.
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