Routine inspection·May 12, 2023

On 05/12/2023 at 12:30 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Christina Watts conducted an unannounced Annual inspection of La Petite Academy, INC - school age program. LPA met with Director, Lorna Hearn and explained the purpose of today's inspection. During today's inspection, there were 4 children in care with Director standing in. Director stated there is 11 children enrolled. All staff have Criminal Record Clearance. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM -5:30 PM in 1 classroom. The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Director. Indoor space: Facility was observed to be in compliance with school age regulation requirements. The classroom, restrooms, food storage areas and spaces accessible to children were inspected. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. Director stated that facility does not possess nor store any weapons on the premises. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, fire pull stations, and sprinkler system. All toilets, hand washing areas were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. All materials and surfaces accessible to children appeared to be toxic free. Facility provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility\342\200\231s License, Parents\342\200\231 Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. *CON'T ON PAGE 2* *PAGE 2* Facility completed state required lead testing and submitted documentation to licensing. LPA reminded the Director facility is required to test facility for lead every 5 years. Outdoor Space: Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Surface of the outdoor activity space was in safe condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. File Review : Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. Electronic system Learning Care Works is used. All children were signed in and in compliance with the school age sign in/out procedures. A sample of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All children files contained required documents. There was at least one staff present with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster LIC 9040 and Personnel Report LIC 500 was reviewed, and a copy obtained. Last Fire Drill was conducted in April 2023. On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a child care facility shall complete Mandated Reporter training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers . During file review, it was discovered that 1 school age staff member has an expired Mandated Reporter certificate. LPA reminded Director of the importance and requirement of maintaining Mandated Reporter training. Director stated she will have staff member complete Mandated Reporter training and submit certificate to licensing. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 *CON'T ON PAGE 3* *PAGE 3* Director 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. 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 . In the areas that were evaluated, no regulatory violations were observed . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Lorna Hearn. Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.