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All accessible cabinets and drawers in the classrooms were found to be free of hazardous materials or poisons. Hazardous items were stored out of reach of the children.
The outdoor playground was enclosed by a fence, and the equipment was well-maintained. Rubberized mats were observed under the swings to absorb a child's fall. No bodies of water, such as pools or spas, were present in the outdoor area.
Designated sleeping/resting areas with mats and sheets were provided for the children.
LPA reviewed the files for five children and confirmed that their files included their emergency contact information and medical information.
LPA reviewed the files for three staff members and confirmed that all three staff members were up to date with their Pediatric First Aid/CPR certifications, and one had completed the required twelve Early Childhood Education units.
LPA reminded the Director that Mandated Reporter Training must be completed every two years.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.
LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
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. See Page 3
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