Routine inspection·June 9, 2023

On 6/9/23 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced Required Inspection at Safari Kid - Walnut Creek. LPA was greeted by the Assistant Director, Lena Elahmadie at the entrance. LPA met with Director, Noura Halabi and explained the purpose of today's inspection. Facility is licensed in 4 rooms (1, 2, 3, 4). At present they are conducting summer camp and operating out of 3 rooms only. There is an active waiver for Heritage Program in Room 3 from 3pm-6pm. Director was reminded that commingling is not allowed between the programs. INDOOR SPACE: The physical plant was inspected. Room 1: 14 children / 1 fully qualified + 1 Teacher Assistant (12 units) Room 2: 8 children / 1 full qualified Outdoor: 8 children / Aide + Assistant Director Facility was in compliance with teacher child ratios during inspection. Classrooms and restrooms were inspected. Children were engaged in various activities under the visual supervision of the teachers. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. 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. Children bring their own snacks and lunch. Center keeps an emergency food supply. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted in April 2023. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Required postings were observed to be posted. Facility has completed mandatory Water Lead Testing before January 2023. OUTDOOR SPACE was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. There are 2 play yards. Play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided and there were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is readily available to children. FILE REVIEW: Children sign in/out procedures and logs were reviewed. Electronic system Pro Care is used. Sample 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 . Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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 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. Technical violation was given for Aide supervising children. Exit interview conducted with the Director, Noura Halabi and Licensee, Shalini Raj Singh. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT was given and must remain posted for 30 days.