LPA conducted a health and safety inspection for all areas accessible to children. Staff stated there are no poisons on the premises. Toxic and hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition. LPA observed a functional smoke/carbon monoxide detector and a fully charged 3A :40BC fire extinguisher. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. Outdoor play area is free from dangerous conditions and playground equipment is securely anchored to the ground. The playground equipment and outdoor activity space is maintained and in good repair. Bark is being used as cushioning around the climbing equipment to absorb falls; however childcare students do not utilize the playground structure due to manufacture age guidelines. LPA was shown play equipment that is utilized. There is a waiver on file for both shared playground and restrooms. Water is readily available inside and outside. Facility provides children bottled water.

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LPA reviewed the Department's inspection authority and discussed with staff any changes that may occur regarding Director/Site Supervisor or an employee acting in the director's absence must be reported to department within 10 working days.

The Facility Representative 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.