Facility has one infant and three preschool classrooms. LPAs observed one infant changing table but not within arms reach to a sink . 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. Based on infants ages requested on this application, infant room will not have a separate crib space.

The Applicant shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. All containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on. LPAs observed no fireplace or open face heaters. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where inaccessible to children. There is a fully equipped first aid kit located in each classroom. There is an operational carbon monoxide detector on site. A separate staff bathroom is available. Applicant stated that any child who becomes ill during the day shall be isolated in facility office.

All food shall be safe and of the quality and in the quantity necessary to meet the needs of the children. Lunch is prepared off site via commercial lunch vendor, "Schoolcaterers.com." LPAs advised Applicant as per Title 22, if food is prepared off the center premises, the following shall apply: (A)The preparation source shall meet all applicable requirements for commercial food services.(B) The center shall have the equipment and staff necessary to receive and serve the food and to clean up.(C) The center shall maintain the equipment necessary for in-house food preparation, or shall have an alternate source for food preparation and service in the event of an emergency. Commercial foods shall be approved by appropriate federal, state and local authorities. All foods shall be selected, transported, stored, prepared and served so as to be free from contamination and spoilage and shall be fit for human consumption.

Outdoor:

LPAs observed the facility has fully fenced outdoor playgrounds with separate areas for infants and preschool children. Outdoor areas were free of hazards including, holes, broken glass dry grasses, and other debris that pose a fire hazard. Any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity areas shall be made inaccessible to children in care. Shade was provided by trees, umbrellas and pergola structure. The playground is enclosed by a fencing at least 4 feet high. There are sufficient outdoor age-appropriate toys and play equipment available on the playground. Preschool playground structure has a label sticker appropriate for children 2 - 5 years of age. There is adequate cushioning in fall zones provided (poured rubber) that can absorb a fall. LPAs observed that infant playground has cushioning of a carpet type material than can absorb a fall but may not be usable if gets wet. Applicant stated that an alternative cushioning option for infant playground will be submitted to the Department. LPAs advised Applicant that sandboxes shall be inspected daily and kept free of hazardous foreign materials. LPAs observed no bodies of water.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPAs reviewed with the Applicant LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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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