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25 | On September 26th, 2022, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jeremey McClain and Lea Habtom met with Licensing Representative Lisa Riddle for an unannounced required annual random inspection. LPA observed care and supervision of 44 school aged children by seven staff.
Licensing Representative, Lisa Riddle, was reminded that all adults 18 and working in the facility, 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 licensed 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 inspected all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service, and outdoor play areas. Hazardous items are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in operable and safe condition. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts, and adequate cushioning was observed in areas underneath climbing equipment. Toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. The floors appeared clean throughout the facility. The food preparation space is free of litter and all food was protected against contamination. Storage containers with solid waste have tight-fitting covers in each classroom. Medications are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detectors.
Program provides afternoon snack. LPA observed posted menus showing planned meals at least one week in advance. Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPA informed the Director about Assembly Bill 2370, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020, and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.
LPA observed full legal signatures while reviewing the sign in and sign out sheet. (1/2)
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