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32 | 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.
Director stated that facility does handle medications. Upon review of medication, LPA observed Child (C1)'s medication has expired but has not been returned to authorized representative by the facility. Facility has already obtained new medication for the child. LPA reminded Director to check expiration dates on medications and return expired medication to authorized representatives.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. Director does not have children in care who require Incidental Medical Services (IMS). When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. All medications at the facility were observed to be stored in high cabinets out of reach of children. Isolation of sick child was discussed, and Director explained that sick children will be isolated near the Director's desk away from other children and isolation equipment will be provided. A staff restroom which is off limits to other children is used if necessary. Child is always under visual supervision while in care of the facility.
The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.
Facility does not provide transportation to children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles.
Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; 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.
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