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LPAs observed that all three classrooms (Blueberry, Strawberry and Pineapple), had age-appropriate toys, furniture, educational materials, and designated storage space for each child. Electrical outlets were fitted with child safety covers to prevent children's access. Two classrooms had a diaper-changing table within arm’s reach of a sink. The bathrooms were clean, fully operational, and equipped with suitable toileting equipment and sanitation products.
The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The center has an outdoor waiver, LPAs observed the facility to be in compliance with the outdoor rotational waiver, with 21 kids outside at once, and accompanied by 2 supervising staff members. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property.
The preschool program currently provides lunch and snacks, for the children who do not bring their own food from home. Lunch menus are displayed in the facility. The children will bring water bottles from home. According to the director, each classroom has a posted allergy list. The facility also provides snacks for the children.
The facility offers cots for the children to nap on. Families provide blankets for the children to sleep on, and take them home for laundry every Friday.
LPAs reviewed the files of 5 children and verified that their emergency contact and medical information were complete. LPAs reviewed 5 staff files and confirmed that all required forms were present. LPAs found that 2 staff members of the 5 were current with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications. The facility must only have one certified Pediatric First Aid/CPR staff member. LPAs found that 2 of the 5 staff members completed 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), which means they are qualified to be teachers.
LPAs observed that 1 out of the 5 staff members were missing an updated Mandated Reporter Training Certificate and a Technical Violation was issued. LPAs reminded the Director that Mandated Reporter Training must be completed every two years for all staff members.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
LPAs verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
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