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25 | On 4/18/2023 at 12:30PM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis J. Gomez met with Director, Maggie Barrientos. Purpose of inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced, Annual Random inspection. Facility is licensed to operate preschool-age program. Present was the directors and 6 staff supervising 14 children. Children present had been properly signed in. Staff's criminal record clearances are on file. Preschool program utilizes two classrooms and three, shared, Outdoor Play Spaces. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, with director for health and safety hazards.
At 12:40PM., LPA observed the following: Classrooms were clean with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. Ground surfaces were free of any obstructions or potential hazards. Labeled cubbies are available in classroom for children’s belongings. Furniture, supplies, and playthings inspected were free of sharp or pointed parts. Classroom was equipped with child- sized tables and chairs for snack and seated activities. Children’s bathrooms are maintained clean, with fixtures in operating condition. Diaper changing table is available for staff. Per director, facility protocol is to disinfect table after each use. Staff bathroom is located separate. For napping services, mats are stored in each classroom. Mats inspected were made of cleanable material. Per director, napping sheets are washed weekly. Classrooms had acceptable ventilation and lighting. Disinfectants, poisons and cleaning compounds have been stored inaccessible to children. Outlets and trash bins have been covered. Facility has smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector, functioning, telephone service, and fully charged fire extinguishers: 3A:40BC located in each classroom. First aid kit was reviewed and is fully stocked.
At 1:10PM, LPA inspected the shared outdoor play area on Upper (Area #1, #2) and Lower Levels (Area #3). Outdoor play yard was completely enclosed with playthings in good repair. Play structure on lower yard is anchored, with rubber padding, and tanbark installed for added safety. For water services, bottles are provided outside with refillable pitchers. Accessible shaded rest area is available for children.
(REFER TO 809C FOR CONT.) |