Routine inspection·June 6, 2023

On 6/6/23 at 10:30AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Sutton conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at Albany Children's Center. LPA met with facility's Office Support, Danielle Eichner and explained the purpose of today's inspection. LPA was granted inspection authority to enter the facility. The facility was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with Danielle. The facility operates in Room 1, 8, 10 and 11 . Facility was observed to be in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement during LPA’s inspection. The classrooms, restrooms and spaces accessible to children were inspected. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Medications were kept in a safe place inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed, all toilets, hand washing, are safe and sanitary operating condition. All floors were clean and safe. the kitchen were foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and free of rodents and other vermin. LPA observed Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors in each room. All materials and surfaces accessible to children appeared to be toxic free. Menus were observed to be posted at least 1 week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days and made available upon request. Outdoor Space: Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. LPA observed each individual outdoor play area that is connected to each classroom. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Surface of the outdoor activity space was in safe condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. File Review : Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. All children were signed in by their authorized representative with full legal signatures. A sample of six (6) Children's files and six (6) Staff files was taken for review. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services- IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated 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)/ (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 There were no deficiencies cited during today's inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Danielle Eichner.