Routine inspection·September 19, 2025

On September 19, 2025 at approximately 8:25 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Simerjit Kaur arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with facility representative Stacy Reyesgonzalez and toured the facility to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Present during the inspection are 9 infant age children and 4 staff members. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm. This program operates out of the Zinnia and Aster classrooms. The classrooms were inspected for age appropriate furnishings, equipment, and adequate storage for children\342\200\231s belongings. The classrooms has cribs for infants, the diaper changing counter is within arms reach of a sink and fully stocked with supplies. Cleaning supplies/toxins are stored inaccessible to children. LPA observed the cleanliness of floors and surfaces, working carbon monoxide detector, and fully charged fire extinguisher 2A10BC. Smoke detectors/alarms meet the State Fire Marshall standards. Required licensing documents were posted. There are two separate outdoor play areas, which are fully fenced and designated for preschool and infant age children. Outdoor activity space and playground equipment observed to be safe and free of hazards. There are no pools or similar bodies of water at this facility. Per facility representative, there are no firearms present on the premises. A copy of the children\342\200\231s roster was obtained. LPA reviewed children files and staff members files. LPA qualified multiple teachers. LPA also reviewed Individual Infant Sleep Plan and Sleep log. All staff members are fingerprint cleared, completed current Mandated Reporter training and proof of immunization. Sign in/out logs are maintained. Continued on LIC 809-C LPA verified both opening and closing staff have current CPR/First aid training. The center also conducts and documents fire and earthquake drills once every 6 months and the logs show that drills were conducted on 5/14/25. 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. 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 child care 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). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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) 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/ . Continued on LIC 809-C 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/process . LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with and discussed the Child Care facility representative Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee facility representative of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. LPA also encouraged facility director to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and updates, as well as all forms can be downloaded. For licensing updates and Quarterly Child Care Distribution email, email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list. There are deficiencies cited today. Appeal rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted with facility representative Stacy Reyesgonzalez .