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32 | LPAs did not observe all the following required postings in the entry way of the facility: License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. Assistant stated there was a water leakage which required her to take down postings. LPAs observed Assistant post postings before the inspection ended.
LPAs inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working cell phone. LPAs observed construction in the garage and inside the home on the second floor. Assistant stated there was water damage in the second floor that caused flooding and the construction may continue until the end of summer. LPAs consulted regarding Reporting Requirements CCR 102416.2 which poses potential risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. For ventilation, LPAs central air and windows. LPAs observed the day care room’s furniture, manipulatives, books, soft plush toys, puzzles, art materials and other age-appropriate materials that were well maintained and free of loose, sharp, and pointed parts. There are also more age-appropriate toys, pretend play, art materials, and children’s tables/chairs in the day care room. LPAs observed napping equipment as cots and each with individual tight-fitted sheets and Assistant stated that the sheets are washed every weekend.
LPAs entered the day care room’s bathroom and observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap. Cabinets under the sink have latches, making them inaccessible to children. LPAs reminded Assistant and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPAs observed cleaning compound items stored in a cabinet by the shower and reminded Assistant that they should be made inaccessible to children. First aid kit is available in the bathroom.
Currently, children are using the rear backyard for outdoor play time. The backyard’s entrance is through the day care’s sliding glass door. LPAs observed outdoor stairs and a gate at the bottom of the stairs in the back patio. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced around the perimeter and side gates closed. LPAs observed toys, play structure, play houses, basketball court, tricycles, slides, swings, and areas with high climbing equipment are cushioned with material that may absorb a fall. All play equipment is age-appropriate and in safe condition (free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts).
LPAs asked the Assistant if there are any pets, poisons, firearms, or weapons, or bodies of water. Assistant stated they have 3 dogs and are always behind a separate fence in the back yard, making them inaccessible to children during operating hours.
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