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32 | Children are inspected for illnesses (well-ness policy) as they arrive. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with parent's written permission. The Director administers medication and documents the dosage, date and time onto a log. Medication is brought and taken home by the parent daily. Medication is properly labeled and stored in its original container. There is a separate area for isolation and care of ill children in the office area. Currently no children in care requiring administration of medication.
Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair and age appropriateness. The play area has sand and concrete along with a large play climbing structure with no visible defaults. There is an area for shade and rest. There is an outside water fountain for children to use. Play area was inspected and found to be free of hazards, debris and inaccessibility to bodies of water. Separate play area (gated) on the left and right sides that are not utilized at this time.
There is a clean fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with refrigerator/freezer and microwave oven. The facility provides breakfast, snacks (morning, afternoon). Parents provide child lunch. Allergy lists are posted kitchen. LPA observed an appropriate amount of snacks. The chemicals are kept separate from the food (upper kitchen cabinet).
Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. The parent board was reviewed and has all of the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Roster current.
Teacher child ratios were observed and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Director are advised to establish their familiarity of emergency reporting requirements, emergency disaster plans and other site operations. Personal rights of children were discussed. |