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 | OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS: There's a play structure with a 2 slides and canopy that has cushioning to absorb falls that is anchored for stability. There's also 3 canopy areas with seating for play and resting. There's also building slight overhang that provides shade to children while at play. Facility also age appropriate toys that are in good condition. Facility has water play area that is not in operation at this time and not accessible to children.
RECORDS: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. Eight (8) children's files and Nine (9) staff files were reviewed including director file. All staff files have required health screening and Employee Rights and all children files contain Identification & Emergency, Personal Rights, and Medical Consent forms. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. Mandated Reporter Training and CPR/First Aid certificates were reviewed for all staff and are up to date. The center is in compliance with the sign in and out procedure via Kindersign. Disaster drills are being conducted every six monthsd and the last one conducted was on 2/23/2023. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Facility does provide IMS and has provided Plan of Operations for each child, Three (3) files were reviewed and plans/authorization forms/instructions for use are in place. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
Facility representative 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.
There are no deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Center Director Nora Goodale.
|