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25 | On 8/13/2021 at 1:05P.M. Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Luis J. Gomez met with Director, Kifah Gheith at the facility. Purpose of inspection was explained and was an unannounced annual inspection. Per director, the preschool site is closed today. Preschool program at 69 Tower Road utilizes one classroom: Room #2 ( 2- 3 years olds) and one outdoor play area. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm. Childcare program operates year around. Present during inspection was the Director, four staff and no children. LPA inspected facility with Director for health and safety hazards.
At 1:15A.M., LPA inspected classroom #2 and observed the following: Classroom was clean and had a variety age appropriate toys, blocks and books for the children. All playthings and furniture inspected were in good repair. Classroom had been divided into two separate play areas. Classroom had several child sized tables and chairs for snack and activities. Sharp edges have been covered with soft padding. Floor surfaces were observed to be safe and clean. Cubbies were located in the entry way for added storage. Stackable napping cots were available and stored in the classroom. Per director, the napping linins are washed daily. Children’s bathroom is maintained clean with adequate supplies for the children. Bathroom was equipment with diaper changing table and drawers for added storage. Facility staff shares off site bathroom, which is located in the hallway. Indoor and outdoor passageways were free of potential hazards and obstructions. All trash bins and outlets have been properly covered. Off-limit areas were made inaccessible with child safety gates. All accessible cabinets had safety locks installed. Classroom had acceptable ventilation and natural lighting. Facility had a smoke/ carbon monoxide detector combo and a fully charged fire extinguishers (3A:40BC). First aid kit was fully stocked. All required forms are properly posted including: Updated Menu, Parent’s Rights (PUB 393), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Facility License. Food preparation area had a refrigerator, food heating unit and soap for staff. Preparation area was clean and free of litter and rubbish.
At 1:40A.M., LPA inspected the outdoor play area. Outdoor play area was completely enclosed with fencing at least 4 feet high. Play swings and climbing equipment had been properly anchored and was free of debris. For accessible water, facility uses disposable cup and large water jugs. Per director, water jug are refilled daily. Sandbox was made inaccessible and had been covered. Large shaded rest areas are accessible to children. Outdoor playthings were in good repair. (REFER TO 809-C, FOR CONT.)
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