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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lauren Scott met with Child Development Coordinator, Maria Lewis for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday, with AM class from 8:15 AM to 11:45 AM and PM class from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Facility closes for summer, starting in June and reopening in August. There were 13 children present during today's inspection.
LPA toured the facility inside and out. LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. LPA observed functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (wood chips) under the play structure. LPA reviewed the electronic sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. Facility provides lunch to the AM class and snack to the PM class. Food is prepared at the cafeteria at the elementary school.
LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance through the district. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The facility was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.
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