Routine inspection·July 21, 2021

On July 21, 2021, at 10:20 AM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with Assistant Director, Maria Richards and Director, Kavisha Nadan. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. There were twelve (12) children present during the inspection and two additional staff members. The facility was toured for a Health and Safety Inspection. This program is part of a combination center, which also includes an infant and a school age program and operates on the site of a church. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM CLASSROOMS: At 10:30 AM, LPA began a tour of the classroom that is used for the pre-school program. There are adequate play and learning materials available. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation and lighting. The floors, furniture, and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. The isolation area for sick children is in the office. There is proper individual storage space for each child. At 1 0:40 AM, LPA tested one carbon monoxide detector and one smoke detector both devices were functional. The center is equipped with a working telephone, carbon monoxide detector, pull down fire alarm and two fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers. All solid waste storage containers have tight fitting covers on, and appear to be in good repair. The facility is operating within its license capacity. BATHROOMS AND TOILETING AREAS: There are separate bathrooms for staff and children. Toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks and toilets. Supplies are available to the children. See 809-C FOOD SERVICE AREAS: The menus are posted at least one week in advance, available for review and dated and 2% fat milk is being served at this time. OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS: There are no bodies of water, or free standing water accessible to children. There are age appropriate toys and materials for the children. There’s a shaded rest area for children The playground is fenced and all equipment and surfaces are free from hazards . RECORDS: All individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. Four (4) children's files were reviewed and one (1) staff file was reviewed around 11:30 AM. LPA reviewed the facility roster and obtained a copy. At least one opening/ closing staff member has a current CPR & First Aid Certificate. Mandated Reporter Training was discussed and certificates were reviewed. Assistant Director's CPR and First Aid certificate is current and expires on 09/30/21. The center is in compliance with the sign in and out procedure. Per director, there are no firearms stored on the premises. All required documents are posted in a public accessible area. HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: There's no IMS being provided and no medication kept on-site. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit which is available in the classroom. California Law requires Family Child Cares/Child Care Centers licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. Roster of the children must be properly maintained, See 809-C Director is reminded that ALL assistants, volunteers, and staff, that are 18 years of age or older must be fingerprint cleared and associated to this facility prior to being in the presence of children in care or an immediate civil penalty will be assessed from $100 to $3000 per person, per incident. Director was reminded of the responsibility as a mandated reporter. All forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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. No deficiency cited during today’s visit. A Notice of Site visit was posted at time of inspection and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with the Director. A copy of the report was provided