Routine inspection·January 9, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jyoti Saini conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection at the facility and met with Director Noreen Casabar-Requiro. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection, and the staff granted entry to the facility. At the time of the inspection, there were no children present. The program operates two sessions: 7:00 am to 9:00 am and 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, held in Room EDCC #1 (Dolphin Room, serving Kindergarten and 1st grade) and Room EDCC #2 (Stingray Room, serving 2nd through 5th grade) on the Dougherty Elementary School campus. The facility was inspected indoors and outdoors for health and safety hazards. The center is in good condition, with proper temperature and ventilation. The facility is equipped with a fully functioning fire alarm system, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a fully charged fire extinguisher, and telephones in both classrooms. During today's inspection, LPA did not observe any bodies of water, and the director confirmed that no firearms are stored on the premises. The furniture is in good condition, and each child has a designated cubby labeled with their name. Separate bathrooms are provided for children and staff, and drinking water is accessible through water fountains and personal water bottles. The monthly menu is posted on the fridge and the classroom bulletin board. The facility provides snacks, and food storage is well-organized, with food in its original packaging labeled with expiration or opening dates. Medications are securely stored in backpacks and placed in the kitchen area, and LPA confirmed that all medications are up-to-date. Emergency drills are logged, with the most recent fire drill conducted on 12/19/2024 at 2:02 pm . The outdoor play area was free from hazards. The facility uses the Kangaroo app for children to sign in and out. LPA reviewed the children\342\200\231s and staff\342\200\231s files. Staff files indicate that opening and closing staff have current first aid and CPR certifications. The record review also indicates that the staff has obtained mandated reporter certificates. The center roster was reviewed and a copy was obtained. see next page.. Criminal Record Clearance - Facility representative 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. Lead Testing \342\200\223 CCC COMPLETED TESTING 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. LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed the storage of the medications. 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/ . MyChildCarePlan.org The Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare 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 . No deficiency cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Noreen Casabar-Requiro .