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32 | There are first aid supplies in each classroom and in the play area. Carbon monoxide detectors were found operable in each classroom. Smoke detectors are and fire extinguisher present in the facility. The office is used as an isolation area for ill children, comfortable accommodations are available for children to rest.
The facility operates on the grounds of a church building, however the facility has separate operations. The outdoor play area is enclosed and surrounded by the classroom, exit gates are at least five feet high. Areas around and under climbing equipment have cushion in case of a fall. All play equipment, toys, materials and surfaces accessible to children appear to be age appropriate and toxic free. Toddler play area ia located within the playground and separated by fence.
Meals and snack menus are posted at least one week in advance and are visible to an authorized representative at entrance to the facility and outside classrooms. The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack. LPA inspected the kitchen where meals are prepared for availability, quantity, expiration/best by dates and appropriateness for children in care. LPA observed kitchen to be in sanitary condition, cleaning supplies were stored in locked cabinet away from food prep area. LPA reminded director to constantly assess expiration dates on food items that are removed from original packaging and document. LPA observed trash receptacles have tight fitting covers.
LPA observed digital sign in and sign out to ensure children are being properly signed in and signed out by the authorized representative. LPA conducted a Children's Records Review for completeness and to ensure children have proper forms such as Identification and Emergency forms, Immunization records, Health History, Personal Rights, Parents Rights etc.on file. The children's roster was available and current.
Staff Records were reviewed to ensure the following: Criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption, education credits, current CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices, proof of immunization against pertussis and measles and influenza and/or flu declination, Mandated Reporter training, LPA observed 12 out of 12 staff records reviewed to have current Pediatric CPR/1st Aid.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretation 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.
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