Facility-requested visit·March 23, 2023

On 03/23/23, an unannounced case management Visit for a capacity increase was conducted by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Melissa Guirit and Melissa Domantay. LPAs met with Director Carolina Colon. The center has submitted an application for a capacity increase under the preschool license. Present for today's inspection were 27 preschoolers and three staff. Hours of operation are from 7:00am-6:00pm, Monday through Friday. A health and safety inspection was conducted inside and outside. All measurements remain the same from the pre-licensing inspection. However, a toilet was added to the facility, making it three toilets and three sinks available for children to utilize. A fire clearance was received from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection Department on 3/14/23 for 36 preschoolers, ages 2 years to first grade entry. LPAs observed the outdoor play areas, which are fully fenced. There is a back and front play yard for children to utilize. LPAs observed play structures which can be utilized by children. Playground equipment is in good condition. There is sufficient cushion to absorb a child's fall under the play areas. LPAs observed ample amount of shade for children. Facility will provide water for children, with water still accessible to children inside and outside . All toilets and hand-washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. Menus are posted. Facility will provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Facility will utilize paper sign in/out. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector that is connected to the main smoke detector system. The center is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit, working telephone, and 3A40BC fire extinguisher. See 809-C for continuance. Director, Carolina 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. A license for 36 preschoolers is effective today, 3/23/23 and is ready to be used when facility is ready. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Carolina Colon.