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25 | Licensing Program Analyst Jennifer Velasco (LPA) met with Facility Representative, Administrator, Dr. Fatma Elsawaf (D1), for an unannounced annual inspection. LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, and outdoor play areas. Census included 13 preschool children being supervised by four classroom staff. D1 was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. Facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with some children attending until 1:30 PM and some children attending until 3:30 PM. This facility closes for the summer, generally from late May until mid-August.
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. Families provide lunches and morning and afternoon snack. LPA 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.
Children’s and staff’s files were reviewed. Each child's file had the required licensing documentation. LPA reviewed staff transcripts and observed all staff caring for children were qualified. At least one staff had a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Staff all have current Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunizations. LPA observed a current children's roster and a fire drill log. There is First Aid equipment available.
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