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25 | On June 27, 2024, at approximately 8.30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tso made an unannounced required visit to the child care center listed above. The LPA was granted entry by the Assistant Director, Aamena Alloo. The Director, Elizabeth Chrisman arrived the facility at approximately 9.00am, The Assistant Director was informed of the reason for today's visit by the LPA. Present in the center included 18 staff members and 40 infants. All individuals listed on the facility’s roster have been granted permission to work or be present in a childcare center. The center is operating within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday, 6:30 am- 6:00 pm.
LPA assessed the Center for Health and Safety Hazards with the Assistant Director. The facility maintains a record of sign-in/out for infants. The infants' classrooms environment appeared clean and organized, with appropriate heating, lighting, and ventilation. The Center also provided age-appropriate toys, furnishings, changing tables, and equipment. LPA did not observe any pools, spas, or other bodies of water, at the facility. According to the Assistant Director, no firearms or weapons are present at the Center, and all cleaning materials and potentially hazardous objects are kept out of reach of children. Personnel restrooms are separate from children, and all solid waste storage containers have tightly fitted lids. The Center also maintains a carbon monoxide detector, centralized smoke alarm, fully charged fire extinguisher, and First Aid kit. Designated cubbies are available for children to store their belongings. There is sufficient sleeping cribs and equipment for each child, and all mats and bedding are kept in the appropriate location. Per the Assistant Director, the facility provides morning and afternoon snacks only. LPA also observed that the food preparation site is clean, organized, and inaccessible to children.
The facility has an outdoor waiver approved by the Department that allows no more than 32 (infant program) children at one time. LPA observed that the outdoor playground area is in good repair and completely fenced for supervision. The play structure is age-appropriate and in good condition, with sufficient cushioning underneath.
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