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32 | Site Supervisor stated that she has been trying to get a storage unit to store the children's items and children will not utilize this area until the area has been cleared. LPA informed Site Supervisor that the licensed capacity of 24 was granted based on the measurements of the classroom and if a portion of the classroom is used for storage, then Licensee must either clear the area or have the classroom remeasured to ensure the areas of the classroom being used meet the minimum 35 square feet requirement per child.
Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. LPA observed the bolts on the toilet on the left needed to be shaved down to no more than three threads. All floors are clean and safe. The facility is free of flies, insects and rodents. LPA observed cobwebs in the classroom's windows and on the blinds, which should be cleaned. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. LPA observed that the telephone number of the local health department and information on child passenger restraint systems were not posted near the entrance of the classroom.
Meals are provided by the school cafeteria. All kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas are clean, free of litter/rubbish and rodents/vermin. All food is protected against contamination and any contaminated food is discarded immediately. LPA observed one garbage can containing food items that was not equipped with a lid. LPA observed the garbage can was emptied between the AM and PM session. LPA observed another garbage can in the classroom available with a tight-fitting lid and LPA and Site Supervisor discussed only using that garbage can for food waste. LPA observed a water cooler is available inside, located right at the entry door of the classroom, but no water is available outside. LPA observed three water fountains in the outdoor play area, which were non-operable. Site Supervisor stated that the children go into the classroom to use the indoor water cooler if they request water while playing outside. Site Supervisor stated the children are accompanied by staff at all times. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them.
Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed a small area of the wood on the bottom of the outside of the classroom's wall, near the water fountains, was rotting. Site Supervisor stated that it is due to a leak in the water pipe that goes out to water fountains that is causing water damage and the wood to rot. (Continued on LIC 809-C) |