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25 | A required annual inspection of the facility was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Amy Strother. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on file indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
LPA met with the facility’s Center Co-Director Evelyn Contreras. The facility’s operating hours are 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, year-round. The facility was toured inside and outside, and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. Sign in/out records were reviewed and in compliance. Director stated there are no poisons in the facility, and none were observed during this inspection. LPA observed the toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces are clean, toxic free, safe, and in good condition. There is drinking water available to children both indoors and outdoors by use individually labelled water bottles. The children's bathrooms are in safe and sanitary condition. The center’s isolation area for any child who becomes ill while in care is located in the staff office. LPA observed food prep areas are clean. Food is properly stored and refrigerated as needed. There was no contaminated food observed. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. Menus are posted in the kitchen and it is received by parents it in a monthly email. LPA observed a working carbon monoxide detector in the facility. LPA observed the playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. LPA observed that none of the play equipment or climbing structures had cushioning underneath them to absorb falls. LPA discussed options for cushioning with Director, Evelyn Contreras. There were no bodies of water observed on the site. Director stated no weapons are stored on site, and none were observed.
Continued on LIC 809-C. |