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32 | Per Director, the fire and earthquake drills are conducted at least once every six months. The drills were usually conducted in conjunction with the school, and the last drills were conducted on 1/14/2022. However, the staff did not document the drill. LPA inspected the outdoor play area for safety hazards and dangerous conditions. The play yard is completely fenced. LPA observed play area is equipped with a climbing structure and tether ball court. Drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors for daycare children. The program provides afternoon snacks. Per Director, the facility has no children with medications this school year. Directors stated the facility has a medication box with a lock and key. In addition, Director understood that medications need to be in the original box, unaltered, and have the child's name. LPA also observed that the facility had posted the required forms. (i.e., License, waivers, Notification of Parent's Rights, and Notification of Personal Rights).
In today's inspection, LPA reviewed ten random samples of children's and staff records. According to the Director, the teacher assigned to the Kindergarten will come to the children's classroom and pick them up. Older children will line up on the ramp, the teacher will sign in all children, and a head count will be conducted before entering the classroom. All children had a medical assessment, and required licensing forms were completed. All staff has criminal record clearance. Teachers have records of valid Pediatric FirstAid/CPR cards in the file and the required immunization
The incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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 |