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32 | All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, were free of toxic substances. Play equipment and materials used by children were age-appropriate and in safe operating condition. There are 56 chairs, 8 tables, 40 cubbies, 35 cots, 8 sinks, and 5 toilets available for preschool children. Staff have a designated bathroom separate from the children’s restrooms, which may also be used for sick children if needed. Sick children will be isolated in the facility’s office area. First aid supplies, medications, and cleaning products are stored in locked storage areas, out of children’s reach. LPA observed containers with tight-fitting lids available for the disposal of solid waste and diapers. LPA observed fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the facility. Storage areas for poisons shall be locked. LPA advised that Applicant maintains first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children.
The Applicant shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Lunch and snacks are provided by food vendor "Olsens". LPA 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. Drinking water is readily available for the children via water from filtered water source.
The outdoor areas for preschool children were observed to be free of hazards, including holes, broken glass, dry grasses, and other debris that could pose a fire or safety risk. Shade is provided by canopy's and tress. . The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet high to ensure children remain safely within the outdoor activity area. Any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area must be made inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed no bodies of water. The applicant stated that there are no weapons on the premises. The facility does not provide transportation to children.
Drinking water from a non-contaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.
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