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32 | LPA checked the personnel and children's records at the facility. A sample of children's files contained complete information such as medical assessments, needs, services, feeding plans, and signed admission agreements. The staff files were well-organized and thorough, with proof of educational credentials. LPA reminded the Director to associate all staff, including teachers’ aides, with their assigned program. In addition, only qualified infant teachers who have completed with passing grades of 12 postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood or child development education and at least three of the units required to care for infants can be left alone with infants.
Multiple staff members were observed to have valid CPR cards and vaccine proofs for Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza in their files. Additionally, the facility had posted the required documents, including the license, menus, waivers, Notification of Parental Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, and Emergency Disaster Plan. The Director stated that fire and earthquake drills are conducted monthly, with the most recent fire drill being held on February 28, 2024.
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.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
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