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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tyra Block conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with facility representative, Janet Arkin. The indoor and outdoor of the facility was inspected. The following ratios were observed during the inspection: classroom A- 2 staff with 14 children, B- 2 staff with 11 children, C- 2 staff and 12 children, D- 2 staff and 13 children, and E- (toddler room) 3 staff with 10 children. The facility was operating within licensed capacity and ratio limitations and children were observed to be under visual supervision. The classroom and restrooms have adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. All floors appeared to be safe and clean. Furniture, children's cubbies, toys and napping equipment appeared to be in good condition. Trash cans have tight-fitting covers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other hazardous items are stored inaccessible to children. Medication policies and procedures were reviewed. Menu for snacks are posted monthly. Lunch is brought from home, but morning and afternoon snacks are provided by the center. Food was inspected and observed to be protected from contamination. Sign in/out sheets were were printed from Brightwheel app and provided to LPA for reviewed showing parent/guardian’s signature and time of day recorded. The kitchen and storage areas appeared to be clean. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition with sufficient shade. Children have their own water bottles that are labeled with their names and available throughout the day and refilled with filtered water from a Brita pitcher. There are no bodies of water on the premises. The last fire drill was conducted 10/31/22 and documented on the drill log. The director's office is designated for use by children who are ill. A sample of children records, including medical assessment, identification and emergency information were reviewed. Staff's records and transcripts were reviewed to verify teacher qualifications and experience. Opening and closing staff members have current CPR and First Aid certifications. A review of staff records indicate that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. |