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32 | LPAs observed authorized representatives are using full legal signatures on the sign in and out sheet. Toileting facilities were in sanitary, well stocked, and in operating condition. Menus were posted for AM snack, which is provided by the facility. Children bring lunch from home. Drinking water was readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor activity space and equipment appeared in good repair and free of loose or sharp parts. LPA observed adequate cushioning in areas underneath climbing equipment and shaded areas provided. There are no bodies of water on the premises.
LPAs reviewed facility records including child's records, personnel records, administrative records. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed that each child's file contained the required licensing documentation. LPA reviewed records for all present staff. At least one staff member today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expiring 08/2027. All staff currently employed with the facility have: a criminal record clearance, a health screening report, immunization records, current AB1207 Mandated Reporter Training, and documentation of their educational background, training, and/or experience.
Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. LPA referred facility representative to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES.
Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.
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