Routine inspection·May 28, 2025

On May 28, 2025, at 1:28pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Randy Miranda and Kassandra Medrano arrived unannounced for an annual inspection for compliance to health and safety for children in care. Present for the inspection was the site director Tammy Brewer, ten staff members, and 61 children in care. The center currently operates Monday-Friday 7:00AM-8:30AM and 11:30AM - 6PM. Adventure Time Vallejo Mill will be closed for the school summer break beginning May 30, 2025. Adventure Time Vallejo Mill operates in a portable classroom on the campus of Vallejo Mill Elementary School. Children have access to the schoolyard and playground, however, LPA observed loose wooden boards that border the play structure area. Tan bark would need re-distribution under the domed monkey bars and swing area. Shade is available through portable canopies and under the building eaves. Fresh drinking water is readily available, and teachers are always providing supervision. During the tour of facility, LPA\342\200\231s observed child entering restroom unattended and unsupervised by staff. LPA addressed the concern with site director to ensure supervision at all times. All documents required to be posted were appropriately posted on the walls: License; Emergency Disaster Plan; Earthquake Preparedness checklist; Notification of Parents Rights; Personal rights; Child Seatbelt laws; menus; daily activity schedules. There are no waivers for this facility. The facility has 2 fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers mounted near the left side and right-side door entrances. The last fire system inspection was conducted on 11/17/2024. Carbon monoxide detector was tested and found to be fully functional. Disaster drills are conducted at least once every six months, Last drill was conducted on 5/20/2025. Heating and ventilation in the classroom are acceptable. The facility is clean, well-organized, and equipped with ample age-appropriate furnishings and equipment. All surfaces, including floors and countertops, are clean and free of toxins. Hazardous items and toxins are securely stored in a locked cabinet. There are no bodies of water accessible to children in care. Classrooms are equipped with trash cans that have tight-fitting covers for the disposal of solid waste. The center provides snacks, and children bring their own lunches from home. Dry goods and canned foods were checked, and all items were within their expiration dates. Children and staff use the school restrooms, with separate restrooms designated for staff. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, during review it was found that facility did not ensure that they received EpiPen, as well as signed IMS plan. Staff files were also examined, and it was observed that one staff member had an expired Mandated Reporter Training certificate. All individuals required to undergo criminal background checks have been cleared and appropriately associated with the facility. Site Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). This facility operates out of a portable classroom that does not have any water lines to the building. Children bring their own water bottles, and the school also provides bottled water to children. Lead testing is complete and documented. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Site Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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/inspection-process . There were three deficiencies issued during today\342\200\231s inspection. This report will remain on file for three years. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with site director Tammy Brewer.