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25 | On 8/16/2023 at 9:00AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis J. Gomez met with Director, Kifah Gheith. Purpose of inspection was explained and was for an Unannounced, Annual Random inspection. Facility is licensed to operate preschool-age classroom at the San Mateo County Office of Education Building. Present was the director and 2 staff supervising 3 children. Children present had been properly signed in. Staff presents have criminal record clearances on file. Program utilizes one classroom: Room #2, and one Outdoor Play Area. Per Director, Program operates year-around. LPA inspected facility, indoors and outdoors, with director for health and safety hazards.
At 9:20AM., LPA observed the following: Classroom was clean, orderly, with age-appropriate playthings available for the children. Floor/ground surfaces were free of any obstructions or possible hazards. Labeled cubbies are available for storage of children's belongings. LPA observed accessible furniture, books, and supplies were free of sharp corners or splinters. Classroom is equipped with child- sized tables and chairs for snack and seated activities. Children’s bathrooms are maintained clean with fixtures (2 toilets, 4 sinks) in operating condition. Diaper changing table is available to staff. Per director, area is disinfected after each use. Staff bathroom is located separate. For napping services, stackable cots are stored in classroom. Napping cots inspected were made of cleanable material. Per Director, napping sheets are washed daily. Facility has acceptable ventilation and lighting. Disinfectants, toxins, and cleaning compounds have been stored inaccessible to children. Electrical outlets and trash bins have been covered. Room #2 has testable smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector, telephone, and several fully charged fire extinguishers: 2A:10BC. First aid kit reviewed is fully stocked.
At 9:45AM, LPA inspected the outdoor play area. Area was completely enclosed with fencing. Absorbent material had been installed around structure. Per director, sand box is reviewed daily by staff, for any hazards or foreign objects. Climbing structures is properly anchored. Large, shaded resting area with water services is available for children.
LPA reminded director to ensure outside playthings and equipment are maintained clean and in proper repair. During inspection, director removed all broken toys and equipment from play area. Advisory Note Technical Violation (LIC9102TV) was issued.
During inspection, LPA reviewed food preparation/storage area. Food items inspected had been properly stored. Food preparation area was observed clean, free of trash or rubbish. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.) |