Routine inspection·November 16, 2021

On 11/16/21 at 9:00 am Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monica Mathur and Ashley Curry conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at Garden Community Preschool. LPAs met with Director Melissa Cady and explained the purpose of today's inspection. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday from 7 am - 6 pm in 6 areas . The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Director. Indoor space: At 9:15 am the areas/rooms, restrooms, pantry, storage room, and office area were inspected. Facility was observed to be in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement during LPAs' inspection. Children were engaged in various activities 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. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Food storage area were clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. 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 on 10/19/21. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Facility’s License, Parents’ Rights Poster PUB393, Personal Rights, Activity Schedules, and Menus were observed to be posted. continued on 809-C Outdoor Space: At 9:30 am Outdoor playground was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe .The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with rubber material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided by way of covered areas and pop up tents. There were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. File Review : At 9:45 am Children sign in and out procedures and logs were reviewed. A sampling of 10 Children and all present 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, and a copy obtained. 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, regulatory violations were observed . At 12:00 am Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Melissa Cady. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.