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25 | On 09/14/2023 at 9:10am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Farida Raja, met with Director, Margaret Focha-Smart, for an unannounced Required 1-Year inspection. Present today were director and 3 toddlers . The facility is licensed to serve a maximum of 13 infants ages seven (7) to thirty (30) months old with a toddler component. LPA observed the required posted materials in the kitchen area. Director stated that the hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00am-4:00pm and Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am- 6:00pm. Facility was in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement.
LPA toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility during today's inspection. The facility including children's restrooms, staff bathroom, diaper changing area, and nap rooms were inspected. Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility (831-234-9405). Disinfectants, cleaning products and sharps were stored inaccessible to the children in care. Furniture, cribs, high chairs and toys were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazards. LPA observed appropriate changing table that has a vinyl changing pad at least 1 inch thick and within arms reach of a sink. Infant cribs were observed to be in good condition without any items inside them and covered with a tight fitting sheet. LPA observed solid waste container with tight-fitting lid for disposal of diapers. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. Staff has one separate bathroom that can be utilized by sick children if needed.
LPA observed a 2A10BC fire extinguisher, two working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the bedrooms and first-aid kit during today's inspection. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted on 05/2023 which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities.
Drinking water is readily available for children indoors and in the outdoor playground area via individual water bottles.
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