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32 | Cleaning supplies are kept separate from food and are inaccessible to children. Storage containers for solid waste have tight-fitting covers and are kept in good repair. There are no poisons on the school premises. Director stated there are no firearms or other weapons on the premises. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers at 45 F or less. At 9:00 AM, LPAs observed an accessible storage closet in a classroom hallway that had a water heater, dolly and vacuum cleaner inside. LPAs advised that the closet should have a latch or lock to make it inaccessible to children. Director installed a slide-lock while LPAs were at facility. The facility appears to be free of insects and rodents. There are several operational carbon monoxide detectors at the facility. San Diego Fire-Rescue Department completed the fire and life safety inspection on 10/21/21 and no violations were observed. Last fire drill was conducted 1/19/22 and Director plans to conduct another drill tomorrow 5/12/22.
Outdoor play area is a fenced playground with sufficient material for cushioning. There are no bodies of water or weapons at this facility. Climbing structures, swings and slides are securely fixed to the ground. Area has trees and a large gazebo used for shade. Equipment is age appropriate. Area has drinking water readily accessible and grounds are free of debris or potential hazards.
LPAs reviewed medication storage. Personnel records contain health screening documentation and at least one staff member has current CPR and First Aid certifications. All staff have completed mandated reporter training and required immunizations with the exception of one staff member. Each personnel record contains documentation of educational background and training. Sign ins were reviewed. Children’s records contain admission agreements and medical assessment. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. 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.
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