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32 | Children’s bathrooms were observed to be clean and adequately stocked with paper towels and soap. One bathroom is designated for children who are not potty trained, while the other is designated for children who are potty trained. The staff have a separate adult stall that is not used by children and is not in use when children are present. All sanitation fixtures are in good condition. Medications are stored safely and out of reach of children. No expired medications were found. Cots are available, and linens are taken home weekly for cleaning. The director stated there are no firearms or weapons on site.
All center-provided food items are properly labeled and stored separately from cleaning supplies. The food-preparation area is clean, adequately equipped, and free from hazardous materials. The snack menu is posted one week in advance and available for review.
The playground is safe, fenced, and equipped with appropriate fall-absorbing surfacing. Ample shade is available, and staff provide constant supervision. Children’s water bottles are labeled and brought outdoors.
Children’s files reviewed were complete and current. Staff files confirm required background clearances and associations. At least one opening/closing staff member holds current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification. The director was reminded to renew CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certificates every two years.
Site Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Children bring their own water bottles, and the school also provides bottled water to children. Lead testing is complete and documented. |