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25 | On April 3, 2024, at approximately 8.30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tso made an unannounced required visit to the child care center listed above. The LPA met with Owner, Angela Coo, and Site Director, Chun Hua Shu (Katherine) (Director(s)) and was granted entry by the Owner Angela Coo. The Owner and Director was informed of the reason for today's visit by the LPA. Present in the center included 12 staff members, and 31 preschool-aged children. Facility uses both ground floor and the second floor for day care. The smaller infants are on the second floor and the toddlers are on the ground floor. All individuals listed on the facility’s roster have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare center. The center is operating within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday, 7:30 am- 5:30 pm.
LPA assessed the Center for Health and Safety Hazards with the Directors. Per Directors, there are no changes to the existing physical plant. The facility maintains a record of sign-in/out for children, and all parent signatures were accounted for and matched the number of children present. The children’s classroom environment appeared clean and organized, with appropriate heating, lighting, and ventilation. The Center also provided age-appropriate toys, furnishings, changing tables, and equipment. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water, nor did they notice any bouncers, exersaucers, or similar equipment at the facility. According to the Directors, no firearms or weapons are present at the Center, and all cleaning materials and potentially hazardous objects are kept out of reach of children. Personnel restrooms are separate from children, and all solid waste storage containers have tightly fitted lids. The Center also maintains a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector, fully charged fire extinguisher, and First Aid kit. Designated cubbies are available for children to store their belongings. The diaper changing table has at least 1" thick padding, is covered with disposable paper, and has at least 3" elevated edges. The changing tables are within arm's reach of the sink, and disposable wipes are used to clean after each usage. There is sufficient sleeping equipment and cots for each child, and all mats and bedding are kept in the appropriate location. The children’s food/meals are provided by their parents.
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