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32 | Children have their own cubby to store their belongings. Napping equipment were observed in separate storage areas. LPA observed wooden cribs used for younger infants and mats with sheets used for older infants. Linens are changed daily or more frequently, as needed by staff. Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability and good repair in all restrooms. General sanitation was observed. LPA observed that infant changing tables have a padded surface no less than one-inch-thick and are covered with washable vinyl or plastic. The infant changing tables have raised sides that are at least 3 inches high. LPA observed that infant changing tables are within an arm’s reach of a sink.
Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated and are in operating condition. Per owner, the isolation area is located in the office. Parents are contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill. Indoor drinking water is readily available via water fountains. First Aid supplies were observed in each classroom.
Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were observed to be inaccessible. According to the Director, medication is only administered to a child when accompanied with a doctor's note and is stored in the child's classroom inaccessible to children with the child’s name and date. Director states that there are no poisons stored at the facility and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked not just inaccessible. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements.
Menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted at least one week in advance and visible to an authorized representative. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and PM snack for children who eat table food (per needs and service plan). Bottles, dishes, and containers of food brought by the infant’s authorized representative are labeled with infant’s name and the current date.
All kitchen areas/food preparation areas and food storage areas are kept clean and are free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. All foods/beverages are stored in covered containers at 45˚ (F) or less.
Outdoor space is physically separate from other child care components. Outdoor play equipment was
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