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32 | Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition. The facility is clean. Classrooms, staff restrooms, kitchen and office area were inspected. Children were observed to be having lunch or getting ready for naps under supervision of teachers.
Facility has central heating/cooling for comfort of children. Director states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. There is a working telephone at the facility. Disinfectants, cleaning products and first aid supplies were stored inaccessible to the children in care. All cabinets and drawers used for storage were locked. Equipment and furniture were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed solid waste containers with tight-fitting lids in the rooms. LPA observed appropriate changing tables that have raised sides (3 inches in height) and have vinyl changing pads that are at least 1 inch thick. Trash cans with tight fitting cover for the disposal of diapers are placed under locked cabinets under the diaper changing table. Napping equipment are appropriate. Restrooms and sinks for children were observed to be safe, sanitary, and in working condition. Staff has two separate bathrooms. LPA observed fire extinguishers. Facility has a built-in smoke detector/ fire system.
Drinking water is readily available for children in each room and in the outdoor playground area individual sippy cups/water bottles and refilled using a water pitcher. Water pitchers/coolers are used to refill bottles in the outdoor area. Water lead testing was completed for the facility and no Action Level Exceedances were reported.
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. 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 verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
Facility provides meals and snacks to the children in care. Menu was observed to be posted. Food and beverages were stored safely to prevent contamination and spoilage. Food storage and preparation areas in classrooms and kitchen area were observed to be sanitary. All food and beverages that require refrigeration are stored in covered containers. Food allergies or dietary restrictions, were observed posted in each classroom and in the kitchen.
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