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32 | The outdoor playground is located upon entrance to the facility which is fenced. Outdoor 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. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.
When a child becomes ill, they are isolated in the front office. There is also a mat available if needed.
The facility provides AM and PM snacks for children in care. Parents provide children lunch from home or can order online through third party vendor and is delivered to the facility daily. LPA reminded the licensee, food that is brought from home must be stored properly and in closed containers. There is a kitchen on site and was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Director there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.
LPA did observe a smoke/carbon monoxide detector and a functioning carbon monoxide detector. LPA did not test as children were preparing for nap time. LPA observed a fully charged 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 05/23/2024. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 12/13/2024. LPA reminded the Director the importance of documenting the dates and times of all disaster drills conducted. The facility will receive a Technical violation for not being able to provide written proof of disaster drill.
The facility uses an app called Pro Care, where parents sign in and out through their cellphone. The facility has a tablet available in thr front office for parent to also use for sign in and out purposes. LPA reviewed Sign in and out sheets to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day. In the front office LPA observed parent board with all of the necessary postings.
Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed complete.
Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed complete.
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