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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Martinez Garza conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility on 08/29/24 at 11:35 a.m. LPA met with Lead Teacher Maria Gonzalez who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is an Early Head Start Infant with a toddler program which is operated by Montebello Unified School District and is located on the premises of Fremont Elementary School. Entrance is through Madison Ave Gate 5. The program consists of one classroom. Operation hours are Monday – Friday from 08:15 a.m.– 03:15 p.m. Per lead teacher, there are 07 children enrolled in the toddler program.
All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. The following staff was present during this inspection: 07 children with 04 staff. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded on the attached LIC859. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times.
LPA observed the facility to be clean and sanitary conditions. The indoor classroom was inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Drinking water was readily available indoors and outdoors. LPA observed the classroom has a water dispenser and facility refills water as needed. LPA observed cots are used as napping equipment. LPA also observed all children have their own cubby. At this time, the "office" is used as an isolation area. A cot is available for an ill child to rest on. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. The facility has a barricaded kitchen area and laundry area. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.
LPA observed all required forms/publications to be posted in the entrance of the facility. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity, and appropriateness to children in care. Facility provides breakfast, PM snack and lunch and food is provided by the cafeteria. All food is protected from contamination. Lead teacher states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.
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