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32 | OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS: Preschool playground areas are located directly outside of the preschool classrooms and opposite the entrance of the classroom in the back of the classrooms. Yards are completely fenced with all equipment and surfaces are free from visual defects and hazards. Trees and canopies are in the yard to provide shade for children in care. There are age-appropriate outdoor toys and materials for the children to utilize. All play structures are anchored for stability and have cushioning to absorb falls and prevent injury. LPA observed and Center Director confirmed that there are no pools, hot tubs or any bodies of water present at the facility
FOOD SERVICE: All center provided food items are properly labeled and stored separately from cleaning supplies. Food prep area is clean, adequately equipped, and free from hazardous materials. Menu is posted in advance, available for review, and dated. Solid waste bins are equipped with tight fitting lid.
RECORDS: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. Six (6) children's files and six (6) staff files were reviewed including the director's file. All staff files have required health screening and Employee Rights and all children files contain Identification & Emergency, Personal Rights, and Medical Consent forms. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. Mandated Reporter Training and CPR/First Aid certificates for all staff were reviewed and are current and have not expired. The center is in compliance with the sign in and out procedure. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one was conducted on 9/15/2026. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area.
Center 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.
This facility does provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA inspected storage of medications and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at http://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/. See LIC809C for continuance
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