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32 | LPAs observed cots used as napping equipment. LPAs observed all children have their own cubby. LPAs also observed children’s coats/jackets hanging outside of every classroom. LPAs advised director that all coats/jackets should be stored individually to avoid touching other children’s clothing. All toilets and hand washing facilities are safe, sanitary and are operating properly. At this time, the "quarantine room" 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. 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.
LPAs 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. Parents provide Lunch and AM snacks. Facility provides PM snack. All food is protected from contamination. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.
First Aid supplies are available in each classroom. LPAs observed a functioning carbon monoxide detector. LPAs also observed a fire extinguisher in each classroom indicating fully charged; however, there was no service tag or receipt attached. LPA observed a current Emergency disaster drill. Last drill conducted on 05/01/24.
At approximately 09:35 a.m., the LPAs took a tour of the outdoor play area and observed the preschool and toddlers playing in the playground. Facility has a staggered outdoor waiver that was also not posted on the parent board. LPAs asked the director if both programs were playing together outside to which director responded yes, I wanted to keep them outside while you inspected the classrooms. The licensee was granted the outdoor waiver which states that preschoolers and toddlers will use the same outdoor space; however, it will not be used simultaneously. LPAs inspected the outdoor play equipment for any lose or pointed parts. Outdoor areas around and/or under climbing equipment have cushioning material to absorb a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.
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