Routine inspection (3-year)·February 2, 2024

On 2/2/24 at 8:00 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ashley Akinleye arrived at The Dorris-Eaton School: Preschool, Pre-K and T-K Program to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. LPA was met by Site Director Rachel O’Connell. LPA explained the purpose for today’s visit and was granted access to the facility. Hours of operation are 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday. During inspection there were 7 children present and LPA observed several other children being dropped off for the morning. Children were observed to be engaging in age-appropriate activities under the visual supervision of staff. Present during inspection were 6 staff including the site director. LPA toured the physical plant with site director Rachel O’Connell for a health and safety inspection. The premises include 5 classrooms (separated by three buildings), a playground and parking lot. The indoor spaces, restrooms, storage and pantries were inspected and observed to be neat and clean. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, 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. LPA observed a working a 3A40BC fire extinguisher in each building, along with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire Drill and Earthquake Log shows that the last Fire Drill/ Earthquake was conducted on Jan 19, 2024. This facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB 393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. LPA toured the outdoor space with the site director Rachel O’Connell and observed two play structures, a swing set and a sandbox. The outdoor space was fenced and play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. There was at least one Teacher with current certification in Pediatric CPR/First Aid present at the facility during inspection. Children's Roster was reviewed, and a copy obtained. 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 . Review of staff files show that staff has completed Mandated Reporter training. 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. LPA referred site director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, 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/ . Site director Rachel O’Connell 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. Site director Rachel O’Connell 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. 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 . Based upon observation, record review and interviews there were no deficiencies cited today. Exit interview conducted with Site Director Rachel O'Connell. A notice of site visit was provided to be posted for 30 consecutive days. Appeal rights were provided for review.