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32 | filtered water is provided by the CCC via a 5-gallon water dispenser. Children bring reusable water bottles from home, however, cups are also available for children in care.
CCCs constructed before 1/1/20, are supposed to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before 1/1/23, and then every 5-years except after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after 7/1/22, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Testing is valid until February of 2030.
LPA observed daily routine schedules, required notices, and other relevant licensing documents posted prominently near the entry way of the buildings and throughout the classrooms. At the CCC, children's sign in and sign out sheets are completed on paper and are stored at the entry way of the buildings. LPA found that the CCC completed their most recent disaster drill on 10/25/25. Director informed LPA that disaster drills are conducted every six months.
In the classrooms, combination carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were tested and each were found to be operational. Cleaning supplies, along with sharps, are stored in locked and/or elevated cabinets in the staff kitchen, an area that is off limits for children in care. Additional cleaning supplies are stored in elevated and/or locked cabinets in each classroom and in a hallway cabinet. Medication is also stored in an elevated cabinet in the kitchen. LPA viewed a number of First Aid Kits in the CCC. The First Aid Kits contained appropriate supplies.
As mentioned prior, the CCC uses six outdoor play yards. The outside playground areas are enclosed by chain linked fencing throughout. The fence’s entry and exit gates in the yard are secure and furnishings in the area are age appropriate. The play equipment is free of sharp, loose, or pointed objects. The play structures in the outdoor playground areas have adequate cushioning to absorb falls (sand, mulch, and wood chips). The surface of the outdoor playground area is varied. The area is made up of both concrete pavement, artificial turf, sand, wood chips, and mulch. Shade is provided by a number of sun sails, building overhangs, and various pergolas throughout. LPA observed multiple sheds throughout the yards, each of which were locked and were found to contain CCC related equipment. LPA also viewed water tables in some of the yards. LPA reminded the Director of safe practices when it comes to water table usage. Facility Representative attested to LPA that children are always supervised while outside and that the outdoor area is inspected prior to letting children outside. (CONT. 809-C, Page 3)
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