Routine inspection·July 20, 2022

On 7/20/22 at 1:15 pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at Bright Minds. LPA met with Assistant Director, Ashley Ho who stated Director/Licensee, Eunhee Yoo Im is out for the week. LPA explained the purpose of today's inspection. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday from 8 am - 6 pm in 3 Rooms. There is an active waiver on file for Large Activity Area and Indoor Gym not to exceed 42 capacity. The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Assistant Director. Indoor space, classrooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Children were participating in activities in 2 rooms while some children were napping in the Indoor Gym which is also used for napping. Facility was observed to be in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement during inspection. Children were under the visual supervision of the teachers. 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. 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 May 2022. Facility does not 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 PUB393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. Facility also uses the Large Activity Room and Indoor Gym for gross motor activities. The 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 and 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. They use electronic app called Child Pilot. A sampling of Children and Staff files was taken for review. All files contained required documents. 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. 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 Assistant 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 . At 3:00 pm Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Assistant Director, Ashley Ho. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.