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32 | Director understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including no unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature.
LPA observed that the facility is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair for children, staff, and visitors. Stephanie states that the facility has janitorial service that comes Monday-Friday to clean the facility, and understands that the facility must be kept free of flies and other insects & rodents. LPA observed that all furniture and equipment is in good condition and safe for the children. Drinking water is made available to the children by reusable water bottles that are brought from home. They can be refilled by the teachers from the water from a jug that is outside and water dispensers inside the facility. Lead testing on the facility was completed on 07/26/2022.
LPA observed there is hot and cold running water, refrigerator, stove, and microwave on the premises. The facility only provides AM/PM snacks for the children, all other food is brought from home (breakfast/lunch). The Facility has trash cans with tight fitting lids for solid waste in the classrooms. Cleaning supplies are inaccessible to the children and stored in cabinets located in areas off limits to children. LPA observed a complete first aid kit available in the facility. The facility has a working fire alarm pull system and carbon monoxide detectors. There are six 3-A-40-BC fire extinguishers located in the facility. There are no weapons located at the facility.
The playground area utilized by children is surrounded by appropriate fencing and the outdoor surfaces are safe for the children. LPA observed that the outdoor equipment is age appropriate and in good condition. Shade rest areas are provided by trees. There are sufficient resilient materials on the outdoor playground area. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Director states that the facility does not provide transportation for preschool children.
* 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/$3000.00 per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. |