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25 | On September 22, 2023., Program Analyst (LPA) Van performed an unannounced mandated annual inspection and met with Director Elizabeth Perla. The purpose of the inspection was explained to the Director. This is a combination Center with Infants, Preschool, and School-age programs operating in the same building. Per the Director, the School-age program currently has no children enrolled, as the Center is actively searching for a school-age teacher. The operations hours for the school-age program are Monday – Friday from 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM.
The Director and LPA inspected the facility for potential health and safety hazards. The school age has one classroom. LPA observed the classroom has age-appropriate books, arts & crafts materials, and equipment in good repair. The classroom has acceptable ventilation and ample lighting. The facility has centralized smoke detectors, a fully charged fire extinguisher, and carbon monoxide. The facility has no pools, spas, or other bodies of water. All cleaning solutions, poisons, and other dangerous chemicals are stored in an area inaccessible to children. All the bathrooms, toilets, and sinks are clean and well-sanitized. All solid waste bins have a suitable tight-fitted lid on top.
The facility has an outdoor waiver approved by the Department that allows no more than 13 children combined in three programs at one time. LPA reviewed the waiver and reminded the Director that infants, preschoolers, and school-age children may not be commingled with any other age group while in the outdoor play area. Additionally, the group should not exceed a capacity of 13 at any time. LPA observed that the outdoor playground area is in good repair and completely fenced for supervision. The play structure is age-appropriate and in good condition, with sufficient cushioning underneath.
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