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32 | Children's records and personnel records were reviewed during the inspection. Records review showed the facility has records of each child's authorized representative's names, addresses, and telephone numbers. In addition, each child's immunization record, medical assessment, and admission agreement can be located in each child's file. Staff records indicate that all staff or individuals requiring caregiver background checks have received criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Multiple staff members have a record of valid CPR. All staff maintained immunization records. LPA reviewed the educational qualification of the staff, and all staff had the required ECE units. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquakes quarterly; the last drill was conducted on May 24, 2022.
The facility had posted the required forms. (i.e., License, waivers, Notification of Parent's Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities). Per the Director, the Center provides children with two snacks and lunch. The menu is observed posted. The food preparation area is adequately equipped, clean, and free of hazards; this area is made inaccessible to children. The facility has water pitchers readily available for children indoors and outdoors. All storage containers for solid waste within the Center have a proper tight-fitting cover.
This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed the storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children's, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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
The Director 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 the 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.
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