Routine inspection·February 1, 2023

On 2/1/23, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Melissa Domantay and Melissa Guirit met with Secretary Meryln Katechis for a Required 1 Year inspection. The facility center and playgrounds were toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Present during today's inspection was Secretary Merlyn and no school-age staff. There were 0 school-age children present during today's inspection. All adults present today are fingerprint cleared and associated. The center operates Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm. LPAs toured the premises with Secretary Merlyn. The school program operates in the north yard and children use the church hall on the corner of Cedar and Bonita for indoor activities. The facility provides snacks for children. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There are two bathrooms located in the church hall each one has one toilet and one sink. The children also use the adult bathrooms in the preschool . Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers and were in good repair. LPAs observed multiple 2A10BC Fire extinguishers, combination smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. The last Fire Drill was conducted on August 2022. Secretary is reminded that fire drills should be conducted at least every 6 months. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid Kit and working telephone. Facility does not provide transportation for preschool children, but Secretary understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, and Activity Schedules were observed to be posted. Facility provides snacks for children. Lunch is provided from home by families for children. Isolation area for sick children is in the Office. Outdoor play area were inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around the outdoor play yard are cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. There were no bodies of water observed during today's inspection. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. Children utilize personal reusable water bottles. See 809-C for continuance. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Facility uses manual sign in/sign out procedure. LPAs reminded facility to maintain sign in/sign out procedures and make sure parents/authorized representatives sign the child in and out. Children's files and Staff files were reviewed and contained required documents. Secretary Merlyn has a valid CPR/First Aid Certificate, expires on 9/2024. Children's Roster and staff personnel report was reviewed. A copy of staff personnel report and children's roster were provided to LPAs by Director. On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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 Director 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 To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/ ction-process . There are no deficiencies cited today. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Rose. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.