Routine inspection·November 4, 2024

On November 4, 2024 at 12:00 PM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with the facility representative Ciara Woolery. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the facility representative. There were no children present during this inspection. The facility currently operates 7:00 AM-8:30 AM & 3:00 PM-6:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday. On Wednesdays, the facility operates 7:00 AM-8:30 AM & 12:00 PM-6:00 PM. LPA checked the facility RECORDS and they show all individuals subject to criminal record review have a clearance or exemption and have been associated to the facility. LPA conducted a census of the children and the census matches the children signed in on the sign in sheet. LPA reviewed two (2) children's files and one (1) staff files around 12:30 PM. All staff files have required health screening, and Employee Rights forms, and all children files contains Personal Rights, Medical Consent forms, and Identification & Emergency Information. LPA reviewed the facility roster. and obtained a copy. At least one opening/ closing staff member has a current CPR & First Aid Certificate. The cafeteria area was inspected around 12:15 PM , and teacher child ratio was observed. There are adequate play and learning materials available. The floors surfaces are well maintained and the furniture is the correct size for school age children. The classrooms equipment is in good repair and the room temperature is adequate for children in care. The isolation area for sick children is behind the director's table, away from other children in care. LPA Woods tested the carbon monoxide detector and found it to be functioning properly. The center has wired smoke detectors, a working telephone, pull down fire alarm system, and a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguishers, which meets standards established by the State Fire Marshal. Disaster drills are being conducted at least once every 6 months and the last one conducted was on 10/25/2024 . See 809-C This facility provides snacks for the children. There are weekly menus posted at the facility. LPA observed an area where they have a mini refrigerator this area is clean and free of evidence of rodents. Food is protected from contamination and, per staff, contaminated food is discarded immediately. LPA reminded the facility representative that all persons engaged in food preparation and service shall observe personal hygiene and food service sanitation practices to protect food from contamination. Food/beverages capable of rapid spoiling are properly stored. All storage containers for solid waste have tight fitting covers that are in good repair. The outdoor area has a play structure with a slide that has cushioning to absorb falls that's anchored to the ground. The play equipment is age appropriate and in good repair. The outdoor play area is fully fenced and free of defects and dangerous condition. LPA checked the staff bathroom around 1:15 PM, and was told by the representative it was separate from the children\342\200\231s bathroom. The children's bathrooms is located down the hallway to the right. Paper towels and soap is available to children. California Law requires 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. The facility representative was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com . 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-carecenters/ . LPA reminded the facility representative that a refrigerator shall be used to store any medications that requires refrigeration. The center is equipped with fully stocked first aid kits that are available in the classroom. See 809-C Lead Testing \342\200\223 Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. 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 . The 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. The facility representative 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. There are no deficiencies 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 facility representative Ciara Woolery.