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25 | On May 24, 2023 at 08:05 a.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kendal Zirbes met with Administrator Linda Drew. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a required one year inspection at the licensed facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Administrator. Present during today’s inspection were 12 infant age children, three teachers, two teacher aides and three additional staff members.
The infant/toddler area consists of three classrooms, two child bathrooms, two staff bathrooms, two kitchens, staff room, and administrative offices and an outdoor activity space. The center operates 07:00 a.m to 5:30 PM Monday -Friday. The Center also had a licensed preschool component (360911070).
Indoor/Children's Area: Infant/toddler center is equipped with appropriate furniture and equipment. Furniture and toys were maintained in good repair, safe condition and was age appropriate. LPA did not observe sharp points or edges, or small parts that could be swallowed. Per Administrator equipment, toys and furniture are sanitized daily or more often as necessary. There are hand washing sinks within arms length of the changing tables. No infant is left without supervision nor left unattended. The facility is in compliance with the staff/infant ratio and is not exceeding the approved capacity for the facility. LPA observed trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids. All materials and surfaces are toxic free. No fireplaces were present. There are carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and Fire Extinguishers located throughout the Center. The Center had working telephone service on the premises. There is an isolation room for children who become ill while in care. The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Bottled water is available inside the classrooms (sippy cups, bottles). Used diapers are put in a air tight container. Each infant/toddler has a container labeled with their name for the storage of personal items. Evacuation cribs available. No smoking is allowed on the premises. LPA did not observe baby walkers or other prohibited play equipment on the premises.
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