1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32 | (Continued, Page 3...)
Outdoor: The infant outdoor area (playground #2) is located adjacent to classroom #2. Outdoor area is entirely fenced and enclosed, separate from the preschool outdoor area (playground #1). Total outdoor area measures for 1,420 sq. ft. allowing for a capacity of 18 children. Applicant plans to submit a waiver, requesting to utilize playground #2 as toddler option playground when not in use by infant children. Outdoor area is equipped with toys that were observed to be in good condition. There is a play structure that was age appropriate and has resilient padding underneath (installed under artificial turf). Applicant is aware children must always be supervised going to and from the outdoor area. There is appropriate shade for the infant playground. LPA observed a water fountain in outdoor area. Per applicant, fountain will not be utilized for children. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on site.
The requirement for Lead Water Testing was discussed (H&S Code 1597.16). Applicant was reminded all child care centers operating in a building constructed before 2010 must test their water for lead contamination.
For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, 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 reminded applicant emergency disaster drills must be documented when conducted. LPA reviewed with applicant and director, the LIC311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.
Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.
Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education
website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
(Continue Report on Page 4...) |