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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Tobias Lake and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Chayntel Hunter met with facility representative Alissa Watson, for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. There were 31 children present during today's inspection. LPA checked that annual fees are current.
LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (rubber flooring) under the play structure. LPA reviewed the sign in/out application and observed that the children are properly signed in. Facility provides lunch and AM/PM snacks to children in care.
All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Licensee 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.
LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. LPA observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA discussed the requirement for all staff to have a current AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificate. The Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.
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