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32 | LPA observed that the Facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Priyanka understands that the Facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Drinking water is readily available for the children in the Facility and in two separate areas of the inside the facility. Staff and children's bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and in working order. There is a separate staff bathroom not utilized by the children which an isolated child can use if needed. Priyanka states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. The Facility has functioning carbon monoxide detectors indoors.
The food preparation and storage areas are clean, free of litter & rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers at 45 degrees F or less. The Facility has a food preparation area in the toddler room with a toaster, refillable water gallon dispenser for water bottles that children bring to the facility. There is also a hot and cold running water, sinks, a refrigerator and microwave on the premises. The Facility provides snacks and lunches for the children. The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste within the Facility. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in high cabinets inaccessible to children. Priyanka states that there are no poisons in the Facility. LPA observed a complete First Aid kit, including touch less thermometer, in the Facility.
The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade is provided by trees and building overhang in the playground. There is sufficient resilient materials (rubber flooring) in the outdoor playground area. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Priyanka states that the Facility does not provide transportation.
Licensee representative, Priyanka Bansal, was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed 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. |