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25 | An Annual/Random inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Melchisedeck Augustin. The facility file was reviewed prior to this visit. A review of the personnel report on file indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. This program is not a Title 5 funded program.
The facility’s operating hours are 6:30am - 6:00pm, Monday-Friday. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. LPA did not observe any poison. The toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe and in good condition. There is uncontaminated drinking water available to children both indoors and outdoors. The Director stated a water pitcher is brought outdoor and the children utilize their own water bottles for drinking water. The children's bathrooms are in safe and sanitary condition. A current menu was posted on the refrigerator. The facility offers an AM & PM snack. Food prep areas are clean. Food is properly stored and refrigerated as needed. There was no contaminated food observed. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. LPA observed a working smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector; and 2A10BC fire extinguisher in the facility. The playground was free of hazards. The playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There is foam cushioning underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls. There were no bodies of water observed. The Licensee/Director stated no weapons are stored on site and none were observed. During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, and 38 children were being supervised by four teachers. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit (S1) possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign-in/sign-out procedure was reviewed and in compliance. Eight children’s records were reviewed at 11:10am, and contained signed admission agreements. Five staff records were reviewed at 11:55am and contained documentation of education and training as required. This facility is providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS). The Department’s IMS policy was discussed with the Director. |