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The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least four feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The cushioning material around the climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. When children are thirsty staff bring children inside for a drink, there is also water available in the emergency bag which is taken outside during outside play. The outdoor equipment and toys were in good repair and free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility. The facility grounds were safe, sanitary and in good repair.
Staff files were reviewed for staff present during the facility inspection on this date, 3 staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1596.7995(a)(1) states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for staff were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662(b)(1) requires all staff to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 08/2022. Additional staff documents reviewed were the LIC 503, LIC 501, LIC 508, LIC 9108 and LIC 9052 and were all in compliance.
The director was informed that the Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508) has been updated, and the facility must now use the new form. Director was also informed that the LIC 508 must be submitted with all Criminal Background Clearance.
Children's records were reviewed, and there was a separate, complete and current record for each child. A random sample of 8 children's files were reviewed for documentation of the child’s name, address, and telephone number of the child’s authorized representative and of relatives or others that can assume responsibility for the child if the authorized representative cannot be reached when necessary. Additional forms reviewed were LIC 613A, LIC 701, LIC 995, LIC 627, Immunizations and admission agreement. In the areas reviewed the children’s files were found to be in full compliance. Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day.
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