All staff currently employed with the facility have a criminal record clearance through the school district and documentation of the educational background, training, and/or experience. LPA reminded Director that 100% supervision is required at all times, including in the bathroom. There are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. LPA reviewed the Department's inspection authority and discussed with designee any changes that may occur regarding the director or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within ten working days.
LPA observed current Mandated Reporter Training for staff; Staff is aware to renew the certification every two years.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department.
The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/(800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
LPA discussed and provided the “Effects of Lead Exposure” brochures and advised the Director to share the brochures with parents. LPA provided the following link:http://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/Community-Care-Licensing/subscribe for the Licensee to subscribe to the distribution list and receive Quarterly Updates.
This facility evaluation report was reviewed and discussed with Director. Director was encouraged to the visit the Department's website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for information regarding child care updates, forms, regulations and legislation pertaining child care centers. An exit interview was conducted.
Notice of site visit posted. No deficiencies are observed during today's inspection.
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