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32 | The facility presently has an outdoor waiver granted by the Department to use the outdoor space shared with Licensed facility #384002765. However, facility #384002765 was closed on November 6, 2019. An updated outdoor waiver will be reassessed with the management, and the new waiver will be sent out to reflect the current License capacity. The outdoor play area is maintained clean and free of debris. The outdoor play area is completely fenced, clean, and in good repair. Outdoor play structures are in good condition, and free of loose parts, and soft cushioning is underneath all play structures to absorb accidental falls. The toddler's yard is available and separate from the preschool children. Staff checked the sandbox every morning to ensure no foreign materials were in it before the children went outside
The facility had posted the required forms. (i.e., License, Notification of Parent's Rights, Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Daily activities). The Center provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. The kitchen area is inaccessible to children. Kitchen areas are clean and free of any toxins or contamination. All food is stored correctly to avoid contamination. The facility has water pitchers readily available for children indoors and outdoors. 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 records of each child's authorized representative's names, addresses, and telephone numbers. In addition, each child's immunization record, medical assessment, and admission agreement can be located in each child's file. 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. LPA reviewed the educational qualification of the Director and staff, and all staff had the required ECE units. The Director stated that the Center conducts fire and earthquake drills monthly; the last drills were conducted on May 10, 2023.
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