Routine inspection·November 13, 2024

On November 13, 2024 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Indira Loza met with Director Gail Pavlosky for an unannounced Annual/Required inspection. Present during the inspection were 116 preschoolers, 10 toddlers, and 23 finger print cleared staff members. The center was toured for a health and safety check. The teacher/child ratio was being met today. This center operates Monday through Friday 7:45AM to 5:30PM. CLASSROOMS: The preschool operates out of 12 classrooms. There is adequate heating/air conditioning, ventilation, and lighting. There were no cleaning supplies or toxic items accessible to children. The toys appear to be safe and well maintained. There were play and learning materials available for the children and each classroom had plenty of age appropriate activities. The furniture and equipment are age appropriate and in good repair. There is proper individual storage space for each child. The center has a working smoke detector that's hardwired throughout the facility, a working carbon monoxide detector, a working telephone, and pull down fire alarm system. FOOD SERVICE AREAS: The children have the option to bring their own lunch or to order from the hot lunch program. The center serves a morning and afternoon snack. OUTDOOR PLAY AREAS: There were plenty of age appropriate activities and plenty of shade for the children in care. The outdoor play areas are fully fenced in. There were no bodies of water or pools on the daycare premises. There was plenty of space for the children to run and develop their gross motor skills. The sandbox was free from any hazardous materials. The play structures were anchored and had padding underneath to absorb any falls. The toddler and Preschoolers have separate play yards. BATHROOMS: Facility has separate staff and child designated bathrooms. Toilets and faucets are in safe and sanitary operating condition. The children are able to reach the sinks and toilets. RECORDS: LPA reviewed 10 children files and 10 staff files. All individuals subject to criminal record review have a criminal record clearance. All required documents are posted for public review. There are multiple staff members with current CPR certification during all hours of the day. A physical census of the children and staff were taken and cross referenced with the sign-in and out log. All children were accounted for and properly signed in. Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Personnel Roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drill must be conducted every six (6) months and documented. Director was reminded that California Law requires all facilities 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 or fax. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov . Director was also informed 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 . 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/inspection-process . Director 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. This facility is currently providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medication 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-care-centers/ . Director 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 . CCC completed testing and no exceedances . LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information . There were no deficiencies cited during today's visit. Exit interview conducted. Report and appeal rights was reviewed with Director Gail Patrovsky. Notice of Site Visit provided and must remain posted for 30 days.