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25 | On 10/2/2023 at 9:15AM., Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Luis J. Gomez, Man Tso met with Director, Kifah Gheith. Purpose of inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced, Annual Random inspection. Facility is licensed to operate two, preschool age classrooms, at the San Mateo County Office of Education Building. Present during inspection was the director and 5 staff supervising 29 children. Children present had been properly signed in. Staff have criminal record clearances on file. Program utilizes two classrooms: Room #5; Room #7, and one, Outdoor Play Area. Outdoor space waiver was observed posted in facility. Per Director, preschool program operates on the 10- month, school year calendar. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, with director for health and safety hazards.
At 9:25AM., LPAs observed the following: Classrooms were clean, orderly, with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. Floors and ground surfaces were free of any obstructions or hazards. Labeled cubbies were available for storage of children's belongings. Accessible furniture, books, and materials inspected were free of sharp corners or splinters. Classrooms had child- sized tables and chairs for seated activities. LPA observed children’s bathrooms maintained clean.
At 9:35AM., Based on observations, LPA confirmed childen's toilet was not in operating condition. Area has been made inaccessible. Advisory Note: Technical Violation (LIC9102) was issued.
Staff bathroom is located in hallway. For napping services, labeled cots, mats are stored in each classroom. Napping items inspected were proper repair and made of a cleanable material. Per Director, children napping sheets are washed weekly by staff. Facility has acceptable ventilation and lighting. Disinfectants, toxins, and cleaning compounds have been stored inaccessible to children. Trash bins have been covered. LPA reminded license to ensure all electrical outlets have been covered. Classrooms are equipped with testable smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector, telephone, and several fully charged fire extinguishers: 2A:10BC. Facility’s first aid kit was reviewed and was fully stocked. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) |