Routine inspection·October 17, 2023

On October 17, 2023 Licensing Program Analyst Sidney Cortez and Licensing Program Manager Wynn Norona met with center director, Marie Stump for an unannounced ANNUAL/RANDOM visit. The center was toured inside and out for health and safety inspection. There are 20 preschoolers present today with 4 fingerprint cleared staffs. PHYSICAL PLANT: The facility appears to be safe, sanitary and in good repair. All the cleaning products and medicines were stored and made inaccessible to the children. Furniture and playground equipment are in good condition and free of hazards. The bathroom was toured and toilets flush properly and all faucets are in working order. The kitchen, food preparation area and storage areas are clean and in sanitary condition. Snacks are provided by the parents. Drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. The facility has a carbon monoxide detector. LPA inspected and verified that there are fire extinguishers ( model 3A40BC ) all throughout the facility and first aid kit is fully stocked. INSPECTION of OUTDOOR PLAY AREA : Playground equipment is in good condition and outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and free of any hazards. Climbing equipment is properly anchored to the ground with adequate and appropriate cushioning material to absorb falls. There is a shaded area provided for the children as well. RECORD REVIEWS : A physical census was taken of all children present and crossed referenced with the sign in and out sheets. LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s and staffs records. Opening and closing staff have current CPR and first aid training (expiration date of Feb 2025 ). Mandated Reporter Training is current and will expire on September 2024 POSTING REQUIREMENTS : License and other required notices are visible for public views and correctly posted on the wall. Fire and disaster drills are being conducted as scheduled every six months\342\200\224last drill September 29, 2023 . Incidental Medical Services were discussed with the director. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children's, personnel and administrative records. The medications when dispensed are stored on a high shelf No deficiencies were observed in the areas that were evaluated at the time of the visit. An exit interview was conducted and a Notice of Site visit was provided.