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32 | Outdoor area:
The following was observed of the outdoor playground during the inspection of the facility: There is one playground that school age kids use. The Director states the playground is shared with the preschool kids. Director Juneja states that at no point is the playground used at the same time. Director Juneja states supervision and schedule differentials acts as a deterrent from commingling. Director states the preschool children use the playground from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, the school age children use this area from 4:30PM to 5:15PM, daily. Outdoor playground equipment is in a safe condition, free of sharp, defective or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. Outdoor equipment was inspected for safety, cushioning material, standard condition and appropriateness. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. LPA Almaraz advised that the children need to be within the direct care and supervision, including visual supervision of the teacher(s) at all times. There were no bodies of water or hazards observed, Director Juneja states there are no weapons on the premises. LPA Almaraz concludes, the outdoor area is currently in compliance with licensing standards. There is currently transporting of the children in care.
FACILITY RECORDS:
Teacher-child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-in and out sheets and procedures were reviewed, there is currently a waiver on file allowing electric use of sign in/sign out. Children present were signed in. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA Almaraz. Disaster/fire drill log was available, last drill was conducted on 09/18/2019. LPA Almaraz observed required postings including but not limited to; the facility sketch, emergency disaster plan (LIC 610), notification of parent's rights (PUB 393), and the emergency evacuation route map, and license. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. School age children bring their own food. The facility provides AM and PM snack/s. LPA advised Director Juneja that all adults 18 years of age and older providing Care & Supervision and/or have continuous presence in the facility shall adhere to a criminal background clearance with the Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Index Check.
REPORT CONTINUED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE (PAGE #4 - REPORT DATED 10/03/2019
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