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32 | LPA observed 4 cribs and 4 cots; the licensee states that 4 cribs are used as evacuation. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, and other dangerous items were inaccessible to children and stored in cabinets with safety latch.
The licensee maintains the temperature in rooms that children occupy between a minimum of 68 degrees F and a maximum of 85 degrees F.
LPA observed the first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. LPA observed a first aid backpack complete with the necessary items.
The outdoor: The infant outdoor activity space is physically separate from the space preschool and school-age children use. The outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair, and age appropriateness. All equipment is securely anchored to the ground. There is grass and concrete area for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris. There is a shaded area for rest. Drinking water is available. The play area was inspected for hazards and inaccessibility to bodies of water. The outside area is completely fenced. No bodies of water are on the premises.
Lead Testing: According to the Licensee, the center had drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on 7/25/2024. The Child Care Center completed testing and no lead exceedances.
The following general information was discussed during this inspection:
-Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
-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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP.). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
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