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25 | On 02/16/2023 at 2:30pm, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Clenista conducted an unannounced case management site inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Elaine (Almario) Gandy, Site Supervisor, and toured the facility. Also present were 41 children with 5 staff members. Purpose of this visit is address facility's request to change their outdoor play area.
During LPA's annual inspection on 01/11/23, Director stated the facility utilizes both the red play structure located adjacent of B18, the blue play structure located in the corner of the black top and the black top. LPA observed there to be a big grassy field area adjacent to the red play structure. Director stated that this grassy field is a community park that is available to the public after school hours, however, the children in this program still are present and sometimes use it while the public has access to the grassy field area. It is noted that there is no fencing that divides each play area, making everything open and accessible.
In order to ensure the health and safety of the children enrolled in this program, facility has requested to utilize the fully enclosed playground located within the school campus. This playground is located near the front of the campus, adjacent to the schools lunch shelter and behind the Kindergarten classroom. LPA toured the facility and observed the playground to have a canopy used for shade, sand box, grassy area, tables with shade, black top area, and age appropriate play structure with sufficient rubber matting underneath. Area is fully fenced via chain link material, higher than 4ft. Ms. Gandy stated that the fence is closed upon using it. Ms. Gandy is reminded that direct visual observation shall be maintained at all times during outdoor activity (especially during transition). Ms. Gandy stated her understanding and will ensure her and the staff directly supervise and escort the children to and from the classroom to the playground. LPA cleared the playground for use. LPA requested that an updated sketch be provided to reflect the updated areas of outdoor play space.
No deficiency observed/issued during today's inspection. Exit interview was conducted with Ms. Gandy. Notice of Site Visit was provided at conclusion of visit and shall be posted for 30 days. |