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32 | LPAs observed all classrooms are observed to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. A comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, shall be free of toxic substances. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. LPAs observed an open face heater in room 4. LPAs observed fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in the facility. There are 72 chairs, 15 tables, 8 sinks, 84 cubbies, 92 cots, 6 toilets available for the children. Staff have two separate bathrooms that can be utilized by sick children if needed. Sick children will be isolated in the office area of the facility. LPAs observed that items that may pose a danger to children were stored in locked storage shed inaccessible to children. LPAs observed containers with tight-fitting lids for the disposal of solid waste and diapers. LPAs advised that Applicant maintains the following first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children: current edition of a first-aid manual, sterile first-aid dressings, bandages or roller bandages, adhesive tape, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and antiseptic solution.
Facility has one infant classroom. LPAs observed two infant changing tables within arms reach to the sink. LPAs observed (7) cribs available for napping infants. Applicant stated that parents will provide food and milk bottles for infants. LPAs advised Applicant that as per Title 22 regulations, bottles and dishes shall be rinsed for sanitizing at the end of each day. LPAs also observed a refrigerator, microwave and bottle warmers in the infant room. Applicant was advised that there should be a minimum of one potty chair to every five infants being toilet trained. LPAs observed that facility has available washer and dryer for laundry.
The Applicant shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lunch and snacks are prepared and brought from home, children will bring their own water bottles. Drinking water is readily available for the children in the facility via water dispensers from a filtered water source.
Outdoor area for infants and preschool children were free of hazards including, holes, broken glass, dry grasses, and other debris that pose a fire hazard. Preschool outdoor activity space is physically separate from infant outdoor activity space. |