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25 | On 6/30/22, at 9:40 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvin Baddley conducted an unannounced One Year Required Inspection the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Ashtane Bixler, Director of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Director, toured the interior and exterior of the CCC.
The CCC operates from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday. The CCC uses two classrooms (Toddler Classroom and Preschool Classroom), along with two outdoor play areas for child care. LPA observed 15 children in care at the time of inspection. LPA also notes 3 teachers (cleared and associated) were on site providing care and supervision. The Director is also assisting teachers with care and supervision.
The classrooms of the CCC are clean and organized. The classrooms have age appropriate toys and furnishings available for children in care. The CCC has operable carbon monoxide detectors in each room. A carbon monoxide detector in the Toddler Classroom was tested at 10:20 AM and found to be operable. The restrooms used by children in care are in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA observed operable mini refrigerators in the classroom. LPA notes the CCC provides snacks, while children in care bring lunches from their homes. Staff members at the CCC inspect the children's lunches to ensure healthy choices are provided and lunches are free of junk foods. LPA observed CCC menus posted in each classroom. The CCC has bottle water available for children inside and out. LPA observed classroom water sources covered and taped off. LPA informed Director of the need to lead test water supplies. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications and sharps are secured in each of the classroom cabinets which are elevated and inaccessible to children.
The CCC's two play areas (Toddler and Preschool play yards) enclosed by chain link fencing. The fences' entry/exit gates are secured. LPA observed age appropriate toys and play equipment in the play areas. The toys and play equipment are in suitable condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. The play structures in the play areas have adequate cushioning materials to absorb falls and an abundance of shade
(CONT 809-C)
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