Routine inspection·August 13, 2021

On 08/13/21, an annual inspection was made to the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Kiriko Lynch and met with the Administrator. The facility file was reviewed prior to this inspection. A review of the personnel report on 08/13/21 indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The facility’s operating hours are 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Mon-Fri. The facility was toured inside and outside and the floor and yard plan submitted by the licensee were verified. The items which could pose a danger to children (such as disinfectants, cleaning solutions and medications) are inaccessible to children. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of hazards, and age appropriate. The outdoor activity space was cushioned with rubber mats, grass, and wood chips and was free of hazards. Toilets and sinks are in sanitary condition and operating properly. Changing table was within reach of a sink. The facility floors were clean and safe. The kitchen/food preparation area is clean, and free of litter or rodents. Food is properly stored and free of contamination. Trash cans have tight fitting lids. Drinking water is available to children both inside and outside via cups and a filtered water container. The facility was free of flies, insects and rodents. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector. Report continues on next page During today's inspection, staffing ratios were being met and there were 7 toddlers were being supervised by 2 teachers. Currently, program does not have any infant children under 18 months in care. Toddlers are not left without visual supervision at any time. The facility was operating within the licensed capacity. At least one staff member present during the visit possessed current CPR and First Aid certifications. The sign in/out sheet was reviewed, and representatives are using full signatures and recording the time. Staff are provided on-the-job training, including sanitation and universal precautions. Toddlers with symptoms of illness are not accepted, and children who become ill during the day are isolated in an area away from the rest of the children. A menu was posted on the parent board. The facility has a crib or mat/cot for each napping toddler. Cribs are free of loose objects. Infants are visually supervised at all times while sleeping, and staff physically check on sleeping toddlers every 15 minutes. The 15 minute checks are documented on a written log. Five children’s records were reviewed at 11:45 AM, and contained emergency identification forms, medical assessments, and Needs and Services Plans. Three staff records were reviewed at 12:00 PM, and contained proof of qualifications. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit. There were no Title 22 deficiencies cited during today's inspection.