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25 | Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Ruth Gull and Melissa Stewart conducted an unannounced Annual Random inspection and met with Director, Eileen Knotts. The center was toured inside and out. The Director reported that three teachers and one aide had taken 19 children to the library. LPA observed that there were 19 children signed in on the sign in/out sheet. The children and teachers all returned to the facility during the inspection. The school age classroom was clean and equipped with age appropriate furnishings, toys, books and games. The bathrooms were observed to be clean and free of toxins. The Director reported that there are no guns or ammunition stored at the facility. No bodies of water were observed. The Director reported that she has purchased two carbon monoxide detectors, but they have not yet been installed in the classrooms. The kitchen was observed to be clean. The center provides snacks (menu was reviewed). The outdoor playground areas have age appropriate toys/equipment. The play structures have adequate cushioning materials.
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 continued on 809-C |