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25 | A required annual inspection of the facility was conducted by Licensing Program Manager Natalie Dunaway (LPM) and Licensing Program Analyst Jennifer Velasco (LPA). The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPM and LPA met with Licensee Resa Aldrich (D1). D1 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. The facility’s operating hours are 07:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan were verified. Items which could pose a danger to children (such as detergents, cleaning compounds and medications) were observed to be inaccessible to children. D1 stated there are no poisons at the child care center. The facility was free of flies, insects and rodents. The toys, floors, desks and other equipment and surfaces were clean, toxic free, safe and in good condition. There is drinking water available to children both indoors and outdoors. The children’s bathrooms were in safe and sanitary condition. Children bring their lunches, and parents rotate providing morning and afternoon snacks. LPA observed posted snack menu. Garbage cans containing solid waste have tight fitting lids. The playground was free of hazards. The playground equipment and surface areas were in safe condition. There is rubber matting and wood chip cushioning underneath climbing structures and/or play equipment to absorb falls. LPA observed a working carbon monoxide detector and a charged fire extinguisher of at least 2A 10: BC or larger. D1 stated that there are no bodies of water and none were observed. D1 stated no weapons are stored on site and none were observed. During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met, with two classroom staff providing care to eight children. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. Sign in, sign out regulation was reviewed. LPA observed facility’s sign-in/sign-out records, which were observed to be in compliance. At least one staff member present during the visit possessed current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications. Five children’s records were reviewed at 9:15 AM and contained identification forms with authorized representative information, as well as medical assessments. Five staff records, including transcripts and certifications, were reviewed at 10:00 AM. |