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32 | During the inspection, LPAs observed furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The facility has sufficient age-appropriate furniture, and equipment. Playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA observed adequate cushioning in the form of wood chips underneath the play structure and landing of the slides to absorb falls. LPA advised the Director for staff to regularly rake the wood chips before school begins to ensure there is no animal feces in the play structure area. LPA also advised Director Yang to continue to replenish areas around the play structure with woodchips as needed. LPA advised for the staff to conduct frequent safety inspections of the play structure to check for any loose parts, cracks, and hazards. Director Ruth is aware of child safety around the play structure and assumes all responsibility. Director Yang understands that children must be always supervised while using the play structure.
The facility has a complete first aid kit, including bandages, scissor, thermometer, gloves and a first aid manual. All toilets and handwashing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. The facility uses an igloo dispenser and disposable cups to provide children water. All floors are clean and safe. All kitchen, food preparation and storage areas are clean. All foods/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are stored in covered containers. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where an authorized representative can view them. LPA advised Director Yang to include the time of each serving schedule.
The facility is free of flies, insects, and rodents. Solid waste storage containers have tight-fitting covers and are in good repair. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet the statutory requirements. There is a working fire extinguisher and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date, time and how many children present, every six months.
Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility or at offsite activities. The name of the child care center director or fully-qualified teacher(s) designated to act in the director’s absence has been reported to the Department. All children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility meets teacher-child ratios. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with immunization records, and contact information for authorized representative and or relatives or others who can assume responsibility for the child. LPA was unable to observe the physician’s report and pre-health history for all the sample’s LPA reviewed. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training. Continued on 809-C.
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