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LPAs observed that the classrooms had toys, furniture, and learning materials suitable for the children's age. There were storage areas for each child, labeled with their names. The facility also installed child safety covers on electrical outlets to ensure the safety of children. The facility included two diaper-changing tables within arm’s reach of a sink.
The outdoor playground has a fence that is at least four feet tall. The play equipment is in good condition and does not have sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Children's water bottles were observed in the facility. There are no pools, spas, or bodies of water on the property.
The director said that the facility does not provide food for the children. Families are asked to bring lunches for their children, but the facility provides snacks. The director also mentioned that none of the enrolled children have documented allergies.
The facility provides cots and playpens for children to rest or nap. LPAs found that each child has sheets and blankets. The infant mattresses are firm and have properly sized sheets. All playpens are well-maintained and do not have loose items that could be unsafe. The facility provides blankets and sheets for its children. The director said that the facility washes the blankets and sheets weekly.
LPAs reviewed five children's files and confirmed that three files contain emergency identification information and required immunizations. C1's admissions agreement and C3's LIC 701 form were missing from their files. LPAs also reviewed five children’s sleep check records for the two children under two years old and found them complete.
LPAs reviewed the files of five staff members and confirmed that their records were complete. None of the staff members had current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications.
LPAs found that two staff members completed twelve Early Childhood Education (ECE) units. This qualifies them to work as teachers. The other staff members are teaching aides or assistants.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
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