| All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids or solid waste bags shall be discarded immediately after each meal.
Napping arrangements were discussed. Children sleep on cots with a cover that comes from the child’s home. Children also bring a blanket from home. Items from home are sent back on Fridays for washing.
Outdoor playground equipment is in a 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with turf material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Availability of outdoor drinking water was observed. LPA advised that no children shall be left without the supervision of a teacher at any time.
All floors were observed to be clean and safe. All materials accessible to children were observed to be toxic-free.
Per Director, there are no firearms stored on the premises.
This facility does not have a pool or bodies of water.
LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection.
LPA also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present did have proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff did have proof against measles and pertussis. LPA advised that all Mandated Reporter certificates shall be renewed every two years.
Children’s Records were reviewed. Children's roster was reviewed and is current. Sign-In and Sign-Out sheets, which are digital, were reviewed. All children present were signed in.
Menus are posted one month in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Facility uses a lunch service for lunch meals. The facility provides snacks to children. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request. Each room has a snack and lunch menu. --- Page 2
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