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32 | The facility currently has an outdoor waiver from the Department, allowing a maximum of 60 children in the playground at one time. The outdoor play area is well-maintained, clean, and free of debris. It is fully fenced and in good condition. Additionally, all play structures, including climbing and sliding equipment, have soft artificial turf underneath to prevent accidental falls. Per the director, the sandbox is inspected daily before children use it.
The center provides only morning and afternoon snacks, children bring their lunch from home. The director mentioned that on Tuesdays and Fridays, the center offers pizza delivered from a third-party vendor for children who choose to participate in the lunch program. The facility has a water filtration refill station for children indoors and outdoors.
All required postings, such as the facility License, Notification of Parent Rights, Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities, were posted. All storage containers for solid waste within the Center have a proper tight-fitting cover.
Random children's records and personnel records were reviewed during the inspection. Records review showed the facility has complete records of each child, including immunizations, admission agreements, emergency contact, and personal rights. Staff records indicate that all staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal records and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. All staff members have a record of valid CPR and maintain proper immunization records. The director's and staff's educational qualifications showed they had the required ECE units. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquake drills monthly; the last drills were conducted on 9/24/2024.
The Director 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.
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