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.

LPAs learned that the facility has a new Director who started in September 2021. LPA Ferrara did not receive a full director packet to review for qualifications and it was not available for review on site. A sample of staff files were reviewed. The files contained the appropriate documentation including Mandated Reporter certificates and proof of immunizations. LPAs advised that the Mandated Reporter certificate must be renewed every two years. There is at least one staff with a current CPR/1st aide certificate which expires August 2022. A sample of children's files were reviewed. LPAs observed all paperwork was present except for the Parent's Report (LIC702) in ten out of ten files reviewed.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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