Routine inspection·August 15, 2024

On 08/15/2024 the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), A. Curry arrived at the facility at 11:45AM to conduct an unannounced annual/random inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Antonio Betts, to explain the purpose of today\342\200\231s visit. This is an infant program licensed for 12 children. Per the Administrator there are 0 children enrolled. At 12:15 PM LPA A. Curry began facility tour with Administrator. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected. There were no children present during today\342\200\231s visit. The administrator was advised to notify Licensing when children are enrolled. Another visit may be required. The facility was inspected to ensure that it is clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair to ensure the safety and well being of children, employees and staff. Furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The facility has age-appropriate furniture and equipment including but not limited to cribs, cots/mats and changing tables. LPA observed that infant changing tables are within an arm\342\200\231s reach of a sink. LPA observed sufficient infant napping equipment that meets the requirements of Title 22 regulations. LPA did not observe any baby walkers or any items that fall into that category present in the facility. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area. Parents will be contacted immediately when children are determined to be ill. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to infants. Facility has one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors that meet statutory requirements. The licensee takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects and rodents. Outdoor play equipment was observed to be in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Outdoor activity space surface is maintained in a safe condition as is free of hazards. LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: 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 Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) 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/ . PIN 22-05-CCP Licensee 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. Licensee 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. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeal rights were given, and report was reviewed with the Administrator, Antonio Betts.