Routine inspection·November 4, 2021

On 11/04/2021 at 8:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Uribe conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection and met with Rachel Wilson. LPA Uribe disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the teacher. Present during the inspection was 6 students, 1 fingerprint cleared staff member (S2), & 1 staff member (S3) who did not have fingerprint clearance resulting in a Type A violation and the immediate removal of that staff member. During the inspection, 5 additional children were dropped off and added to the total number of students present to 11. The center consists of 1 classroom in 1 building. The hours of operation are 8:00a-5:30p, Monday-Friday. CLASSROOMS: The classroom was inspected. Teacher-child ratio was observed. There are adequate play and learning materials available. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation, & lighting. The floors, furniture and equipment are age-appropriate and in good repair. Drinking water is available inside and outside of the center. There is proper individual storage space for each child. The isolation area for sick children is in the corner of the classroom. At 9:00am LPA Uribe tested one smoke detector located in the hallway and the device was functional. The fire alarm is hardwired into the building. There is no evidence of a carbon monoxide detector and one could not be located. The center is equipped with a working telephone, pull down fire alarms and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher. All solid waste storage containers have tight fitting covers on and appears to be in good repair. BATHROOMS & 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 children. ***Continued on LIC 809C***. FOOD SERVICE AREAS: The kitchen is not in use due to COVID-19 as all parents provide lunch and snack food items to children. Dry goods are available for the students who are still hungry after finishing a meal. All food items are stored separately from hazardous materials. 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. The playground outside is fenced and all play structure is secured into the ground. One of the two slides on the play structure is in need of replacement or repair due to a broken piece. RECORDS: Children’s files and staff files were reviewed around 10:10am. S1 & S2 staff members did not have current Mandated Reporter training certificates, Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certificates, & Health Screening (LIC 503) on file. Two children's (C1 & C2) files did not have a signed Personal Rights (LIC 613A) on file. C1 did not have a Physician's Report (LIC 701) or record of immunizations on file. C2 did not have the physician sections completed, signed, and dated on the Physician's Report (LIC 701). The center is not in compliance with the sign in and out procedure as LPA Uribe observed 6 children in care at 9:00am however only 5 children were signed in at that time. There are no firearms stored on the premises. All required documents are posted in a publicly accessible area. HEALTH RELATED SERVICES: LPA Uribe inspected and found that no IMS services were being provided. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first-aid kit and available in the classrooms. It was observed upon arrival that none of the children were wearing face masks indoors which is a violation of Alameda County Public Health Department's mask mandate for children over the age of 2 years while indoors. ***Continued on LIC 809C*** California Law requires Family Child Cares 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 and fire/disaster drill every six months must be documented. The director was reminded that Licensing needs to be informed prior to use of additional areas in the facility. Facility representative 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. The director was reminded of the responsibility as a mandated reporter. All forms can be downloaded at cdss.ca.gov. The attached type A violations is cited today and must be corrected by the due date. Upon receipt, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents/guardians of children in care at the facility and to parents/guardians newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. All parents/guardians must sign an acknowledgment form of proof of receiving this report (LIC9224). The LIC 9224 must be placed in the child's file to be reviewed by licensing. The attached Type B, Technical, & Advisory Violations are cited today and must be corrected by the due date. A complete list of violations cited today are as stated below: Type A Violation: Staff member (S3) did not have eligible fingerprint clearance to be present on the premises. Type B Violation: S1 & S2 do not have current Mandated Reporter Training Certificates on file. Type B Violation: S1 & S2 do not have a current Pediatric CPR/First-Aid Certificate on file. Type B Violation: S1 & S2 do not have a Health Screening (LIC 503) form on file. ***Continued on LIC 809C*** Type B Violation: C1 does not have a completed Physician Report (LIC 701) on file. Additionally, C2 has an incomplete Physician's Report (LIC 701) on file. Type B Violation: C1 does not have proof of immunizations on file. Type B Violation: C1 & C2 do not have a signed Personal Rights (LIC 613A) form on file. Type B Violation: At 9:00am LPA observed 6 children in care at the facility however at that same time record review showed that only 5 of the children were signed in for the day. Type B Violation: S2 is the only staff member present at the time of the inspection. LPA reviewed her file and found her to not have the required teacher qualifications for a preschool child care program. Technical Violation: LPA Uribe and facility representative were unable to locate a carbon monoxide detector within the facility. Technical Violation: The slide on the play structure has a broken piece and could pose a safety risk. Technical Violation: In the director's absence, designated representative was unable to access required files or locate a carbon monoxide detector. Technical Violation: No record of the required 16 hours of health and safety training certificate for Licensee. Technical Violation: Not all personnel records were maintained or available to the licensing agency for review. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the facility representative Rachel Wilson