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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) William Chancellor conducted an unannounced annual inspection on August 1, 2025, at 8:35 AM. LPA met with Site Manager Paula Shigo, who provided a tour of the center. This is a combination childcare center, where the Preschool program was additionally inspected on todays date. A tour of both the indoor and outdoor areas of the facility was conducted, and the following observations were noted.
The required postings, including the state the postings that were posted] facility license, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610), Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393), Personal Rights (LIC613A), Child Car Seat Law, and menus, were observed to be up to date and appropriately displayed. The facility is operating within the capacity limits as stated on its license.
Due to summer closure, daycare children were not present during the inspection. Classrooms contained age and size-appropriate furniture and equipment, free of hazards. Facility representative confirmed that no weapons are present on the premises, and there are no accessible bodies of water. Facility representative confirmed and is aware that any wading pools or similar items must be emptied immediately after use and stored upright. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors, where children have access to filtered water. LPA verified that lead testing was completed per PIN 21-21.1-CCP directives, and the director was referred to the Department’s website for additional lead toxicity prevention and water testing information.
Medications are stored in an area that is inaccessible to children. Hazardous items, including disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other dangerous substances, are stored out of children’s reach, while poisons and toxins are securely locked away. The floors were observed to be clean, safe, and well-maintained. Highchairs and tables have broad-based legs, and trays that lock into place for additional safety. Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink, have a minimum one-inch thick padding, and feature raised sides of at least three inches covered in washable vinyl or plastic. Proper handwashing procedures were observed before and after diapering and feeding.
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