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25 | On 07/27/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Erwin Tjhia met witt Director, Melissas Prouty for the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA observed 18 school aged children supervised by 2 staff. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 6:30 AM to 6: 00 PM.
All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. 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.
LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions, etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed the following items during today's inspection: care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, and access to drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted.
Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (wood chipos) under the play structure. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in/out. Children and staff files were reviewed. 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 observed AB1207 mandated reporter training certificates for all staff. The Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/(800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.
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