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32 | Medications, disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous materials were found to be accessible to children, while poisons and toxins were not locked away. LPA’s found scissors in two classrooms accessible to children which poses a risk to children in care. The facility’s floors were observed to be safe and clean, and bathroom facilities were sanitary and in proper working condition. At least one potty chair is available for every five potty-training infants. The playgrounds were enclosed by a secure, six-foot-tall chain link fence surrounding the perimeter of the center. The fencing was free of hazards. Outdoor activity areas contained age- and size-appropriate equipment in good condition.
In the infant room, LPA’s found one infant asleep in a teacher’s arms without being placed in a crib. LPA’s found sleeping cots for infants and preschool stacked with sheets on that were touching one another. LPA’s also found that the hand washing sink next to the infant changing table had been removed which poses a risk to children in care.
The food preparation area was clean, free of litter and pests, and all food was properly stored to prevent contamination. Storage containers for solid waste had tight-fitting covers, which were kept on and in good repair. The sign-in/sign-out records were reviewed and found to be in compliance with regulations. Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months, with the most recent drill occurring on 09/17/2025.
A review of staff and children’s records was conducted as part of this evaluation. Children's records were complete, and staff records confirmed that all present staff met the minimum qualifications for their respective positions. 4 of 5 staff members on-site held current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, with expiration dates recorded. Both the opening and closing staff members also had valid CPR/First Aid certifications. The Director had completed Health and Safety Training. Additionally, a review of staff records confirmed that all facility staff and other individuals requiring caregiver background checks had received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
The director 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.
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